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DMC-GX8 Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. Message Display Troubleshooting P362 P378 Finding the information you need P2 Contents P6 Contents by Function P12 Menu list P367 Register online at http://shop.panasonic.com - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 2
Finding the information you need In this "Owner's Manual for advanced features", you can find the information you Search from "Menu list" Click this icon to jump to "Menu list". Search from "Troubleshooting" P367 P378 Click this icon to jump to "Finding the information you need". Click this - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 3
jump to the corresponding page. • Operations and other details of this manual may vary depending on the Adobe Reader version you are using. ∫ function cannot be used. : Continued to next page. In this owner's manual, steps for setting a menu item are described as follows. Example: In the - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 4
want to start taking pictures now, refer to the steps for using the Intelligent Auto Mode as a guide. In Intelligent Auto Mode, you can leave the settings to the camera and take pictures easily. Attach the shoulder 1 Strap. (P23) • Attach the other side - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 5
Turn the camera on and set the clock. 6 (P40) 7 Format the card (initialization). (P33) Set the mode dial to [¦]. (P48) 8 • The settings of the main functions are adjusted automatically. Press the shutter button halfway to focus. A Focus indication 9 • Once the subject is in focus, the - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 6
Contents Finding the information you need 2 How to use this manual 3 Quick Start Guide ...4 Contents by Function 12 1. Before Use Care of the camera 15 Standard Accessories 16 Names and Functions of Components 17 About the Lens...20 Cards - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 7
AE Mode 94 Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/Shutter Speed 97 • Aperture-Priority AE Mode 97 • Shutter-Priority AE Mode 98 • Manual Exposure Mode 99 • Confirm the Effects of Aperture and Shutter Speed (Preview Mode 102 • Easily set aperture/shutter speed for suitable exposure (One - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 8
with the Touch Pad 153 • Optimizing the focus and brightness for a touched position 154 • Setting the desired focus method 155 Adjusting Focus Manually 158 Fixing the Focus and the Exposure (AF/AE Lock 165 Compensating the Exposure 167 Setting the Light Sensitivity 168 • Setting the upper - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 9
8. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Image Stabilizer...216 Taking Pictures with the Zoom 220 • Raising the telescopic effect 221 • Zooming using touch operations 225 Taking Pictures with the External Flash (Optional 226 Setting the Flash Functions 228 • Changing the firing mode 228 • Changing Flash - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 10
311 When sending images to AV device 312 When sending images to PC 313 Using Web services 315 • When sending images to web service 315 • When sending images to [Cloud Sync. Service 318 Registering to the "LUMIX CLUB 319 • About the [LUMIX CLUB 319 About Connections 324 • Connecting - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 11
Optional accessories 353 Monitor Display/Viewfinder Display 356 Message Display 362 Menu list...367 • [Rec] ...367 • [Motion Picture 370 • [Custom] ...372 • [Setup] ...375 • [Playback] ...377 Troubleshooting ...378 Cautions for Use 394 11 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 12
........P43 Dioptor adjustment P43 [Touch Pad AF P153 Focus (AF/MF) [Focus Mode P142 [AF Mode P144 Adjusting the AF area position .....P150 Manual Focus P158 [AF/AE Lock P165 Drive [Drive Mode P174 Maximum number of pictures that can be taken continuously............P176 [4K PHOTO P178 [Self - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 13
Motion Picture Motion Picture Creative Video Mode P119 [Silent Operation P120 [Rec Format P241 [Rec Quality P241 Motion pictures in 4K P240 Recording still pictures while recording motion pictures P244 [Snap Movie P246 Image [Luminance Level P249 Audio [Mic Level Adj P250 [Wind Noise - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 14
images P311 Sending images to an AV device P312 Sending images to a PC P313 Sending images to a web service P315 Using [Cloud Sync. Service] ........ P318 Connections with other devices PC [Remote Control (PTP P79 "PHOTOfunSTUDIO P339 "SILKYPIX Developer Studio" ...... P339 Transferring - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 15
the following precautions are taken: - The Splash Proof feature works in conjunction with the H-HS12035 and H-HS35100 lenses that were specifically designed to support this feature. - Make sure that all doors are securely closed. - Make sure that you are in a dry and secure place when changing the - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 16
and their shape will differ depending on the country or area where the camera was purchased. For details on the accessories, refer to "Basic Owner's Manual". • Battery Pack is indicated as battery pack or battery in the text. • Battery Charger is indicated as battery charger or charger in the text - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 17
1. Before Use Names and Functions of Components ∫ Camera body 1 19 3 4 25 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 25 24 23 22 21 20 Status indicator (P40)/ Wi-Fi® connection lamp (P286) 1 • The lamp lights green when the camera is turned on, and lights blue when it is connected to Wi-Fi. 2 Camera - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 18
(P70) 42 [ ] (Delete/Cancel) button (P259)/ Function button (Fn3) (P70) DC coupler cover (P355) 43 • When using an AC adaptor, ensure that the Panasonic DC coupler (optional) and AC adaptor (optional) are used. 44 Release lever (P31) 45 Card/Battery door (P31) Tripod mount (P400) • It may - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 19
1. Before Use ∫ Lens H-FS14140 1 2 345 6 7 8 H-HS12035 1 Lens surface 2 Tele 3 Focus ring (P159) 4 Zoom ring (P220) 5 Wide 6 [O.I.S.] switch (P216) 7 Contact point 8 Lens fitting mark (P36) 9 Lens mount rubber (P396) 1 2 3 456 H-FS1442A 79 8 12 3 4 5 78 19 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 20
For details on the lens used, refer to the website. Refer to catalogs/Web pages for most current information regarding compatible lenses. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) • The available flash range etc. differs depending on the aperture value of the lens you - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 21
interchangeable lens to the latest version. • To view the latest information on the firmware or to download the firmware, visit the support site below: http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) • To check the firmware version of the interchangeable lens, attach it to - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 22
that the PC and other equipment are compatible when using the SDXC Memory Cards. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html • This unit is compatible with UHS-I UHS latest information on the following website. http://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/dsc/ (This Site is English only.) 22 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 23
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Attaching the Shoulder Strap • We recommend attaching the shoulder strap when using the camera to prevent it from dropping. 1 Pass the shoulder strap through the shoulder strap eyelet on the camera body. A: Shoulder strap eyelet A 2 Pass the end of the shoulder - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 24
any accident or failure occurring as a result of use of a counterfeit battery pack. To ensure that safe products are used, we recommend that a genuine Panasonic battery pack is used. • Use the dedicated charger and battery. Charging • The battery is not charged when the camera is shipped. Charge the - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 25
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations ∫ About the [CHARGE] indicator On: Charging. Off: Charging has completed. (Disconnect the charger from the electrical socket and detach the battery after charging is completed.) • When the [CHARGE] indicator flashes - The battery temperature is too high or - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 26
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Approximate operating time and number of recordable pictures By CIPA standard in Program AE Mode ∫ Recording still pictures (when using the Monitor) When the interchangeable lens (H-FS14140) is used Number of recordable pictures Approx. 330 pictures - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 27
of [Camera & Imaging Products Association]. • Temperature: 23 oC (73.4 oF)/Humidity: 50%RH when monitor/viewfinder is on. • When using a Panasonic SDHC Memory Card. • Using the supplied battery. • Starting recording 30 seconds after the camera is turned on. (When attaching an interchangeable lens - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 28
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations ∫ Recording motion pictures (when using the monitor) [AVCHD] (Recording with picture quality set to [FHD/17M/60i]) When the interchangeable lens (H-FS14140) is used Recordable time Approx. 120 min Actual recordable time Approx. 60 min When the - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 29
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations [MP4] (Recording with picture quality set to [4K/100M/30p]) When the interchangeable lens (H-FS14140) is used Recordable time Approx. 100 min Actual recordable time Approx. 50 min When the interchangeable lens (H-HS12035) is used Recordable time Approx. - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 30
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations ∫ Playback (when using the monitor) When the interchangeable lens (H-FS14140) is used Playback time Approx. 260 min When the interchangeable lens (H-HS12035) is used Playback time Approx. 260 min When the interchangeable lens (H-FS1442A) is used Playback - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 31
card. 1 1: Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow. 2: Open the card/battery door. • Always use genuine Panasonic batteries. • If you use other batteries, we cannot guarantee the quality of this product. 2 Battery: Being careful about the battery orientation, insert all the way - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 32
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations 3 1: Close the card/battery door. 2: Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow. • Remove the battery after use. (The battery will be exhausted if left for a long period of time after being charged.) • The battery becomes warm after using it and during - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 33
been formatted on a PC or other equipment, format it on the camera again. • If the card cannot be formatted, please try another card before contacting Panasonic. 33 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 34
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Approximate number of recordable pictures and available recording time ∫ Number of recordable pictures • Aspect ratio [4:3], Quality [A] [Picture Size] L (20M) M (10M) S (5M) 8 GB 720 1300 2270 • Aspect ratio [4:3], Quality [ ] [Picture Size] L (20M) M (10M) - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 35
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations • When the ambient temperature is high or motion picture is recorded continuously, the camera may display [ ] and stop the recording to protect itself. Wait until the camera cools down. • Depending on the recording conditions and the type of card, the number of - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 36
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Attaching/Removing the Lens By changing the lens, you will increase your picture taking-options and further your enjoyment of the camera. Change the lens using the following procedure. • Check that the camera is turned off. • Change lenses where there is not a lot - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 37
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Detaching the lens • Attach the lens cap. While pressing on the lens release button A, rotate the lens toward the arrow until it stops and then remove. • When the lens is removed from the camera body, make sure to attach the body cap to the camera body and attach - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 38
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Attaching the Lens Hood When recording into strong backlight, irregular reflection may occur within the lens. The lens hood reduces the inclusion of unwanted light in the recorded images and lowers the drop in contrast. The lens hood cuts off excess lighting and - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 39
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Opening the Monitor/Adjusting the Monitor At the time when this camera is purchased, the monitor is stowed in the camera body. Bring out the monitor as shown below. 1 Open the monitor. (Maximum 180o) 2 It can be rotated 180o forward. 3 Return the monitor to its - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 40
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Setting Date/Time (Clock Set) • The clock is not set when the camera is shipped. 1 Turn the camera on. • When the camera is turned on, the status indicator 1 lights up green. • If the language select screen is not displayed, proceed to step 4. 2 Press [MENU/ - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 41
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Re-adjusting the clock Select [Clock Set] in the [Setup] menu. (P63) • The clock can be reset as shown in steps 5 and 6 on P40. • The clock setting is maintained for 3 months using the built-in clock battery even without the battery. (Leave the charged battery in - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 42
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Basic Operations Tips for taking good pictures Hold the camera gently with both hands, keep your arms still at your side and stand with your feet slightly apart. • Do not cover the AF assist lamp A, microphone B or the speaker C with your fingers or other objects. - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 43
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Using the Viewfinder Adjusting the angle of the viewfinder You can record images from a variety of angles by adjusting the angle of the viewfinder. Taking pictures at a low angle • Be careful not to catch your finger, etc. in the viewfinder. • When adjusting the - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 44
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Switching the Monitor/Viewfinder Press [LVF] to switch between the Monitor and Viewfinder. A [LVF] button B Eye sensor [LVF] button can be used in two ways, as [LVF] or as [Fn6] (function 6). The button can be used as the [LVF] button at the time of purchase. • - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 45
Sensor AF] may not work in dimly lit conditions. • The [Eye Sensor AF] feature is disabled in the following conditions: - With lenses that only offer Manual Focus - With some Four Thirds lenses 45 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 46
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Shutter button (Taking pictures) The shutter button works in two steps. To take a picture, press it. Press the shutter button halfway to focus. A Aperture value B Shutter speed C Focus indication • Aperture value and shutter speed are displayed. C (It - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 47
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Displaying a picture right after it is taken MENU > [Custom] > [Auto Review] [Duration Time] Set the length of time that the picture is displayed after taking the still picture. [HOLD]: The pictures are displayed until shutter button is pressed halfway. [5SEC - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 48
Exposure Mode (P99) The exposure is adjusted by the aperture value and the shutter speed which are manually adjusted. Creative Video Mode (P119) Records motion pictures with a manually set aperture value and shutter speed. ¢ You cannot take still pictures. Custom Mode (P121) Use this mode to take - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 49
Started/Basic Operations Front Dial/Rear Dial Rotating: Selection of items or setting of values is performed during the various settings. • This owner's manual describe operations of the front dial/rear dial as follows: e.g.: When rotating the front dial to the left e.g.: When rotating the rear - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 50
items to be assigned temporarily to the front/rear dials in [Dial Operation Switch Setup] in [Dial Set.] in the [Custom] menu. (P51) 1 Press [Fn13]. • A guide will be displayed showing the items temporarily assigned to the front/rear dials. • If no operations are performed, the - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 51
are temporarily assigned to the front/rear dials can be used only while the guide (step 1 ) or setting screen (step 2 ) is displayed. Setting the Switch Setup] Assigns the operations of the aperture value and shutter speed in Manual Exposure Mode. [ F SS]: Assigns the aperture value to the front - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 52
MENU/SET]: Confirmation of setting contents, etc., is performed. • This owner's manual expresses the up, down, left, and right of the cursor button as [MENU/SET] button if a guide like the one shown on the right is displayed. Even on menu screens etc. on which the guide is not displayed, you can - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 53
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations [DISP.] button (Switching the displayed information) Press [DISP.] to switch the information displayed on the screen. In Recording Mode Switching the display method of the viewfinder/monitor MENU > [Custom] > [LVF Disp.Style] MENU > [Custom] > [Monitor Disp. - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 54
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations • The monitor screen is switched as shown below. (Examples for the monitor style [ ]) With information¢1 Without information With information (tilt sensor display)¢1 Without information (tilt sensor display) 60p 4:3 L AFS 60p 4:3 L AFS 0 98 0 98 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 55
- During Exposure Compensation, or when the Manual Exposure Assistance is other than [n0] in the Manual Exposure Mode. - When the flash is editing software used in PCs etc. Displaying/not displaying the guide lines MENU > [Custom] > [Guide Line OFF] • The guideline is not displayed in the - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 56
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations ∫ About the tilt sensor display With the tilt sensor displayed, it is easy to correct the tilt of the camera etc. 1 Press [DISP.] to display the tilt sensor. 2 Check the tilt of the camera. A Horizontal direction: Correcting tilt to the left B Vertical - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 57
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations In Playback Mode • Screen will switch as follows: With information¢1 Detailed information display¢2 4:3 L 1/98 F3.5 60 2 0 00 AWB F3.5 60 0 WB AWB ISO 200 AFS P STD. 10:00 DEC. 1.2015 4:3 L s RGB 100-0001 Histogram display¢2 F3.5 60 0 ISO200 1/98 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 58
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Displaying/not displaying white saturated areas MENU > [Custom] > [Highlight] > [ON]/[OFF] When the Auto Review function is activated or when playing back, white saturated areas appear blinking in black and white. This does not affect the recorded image. • If - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 59
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Touch screen (Touch operations) Touch screen of this unit is capacitive. Touch the panel directly with your bare finger. ∫ Touch To touch and release the touch screen. Fn8 • When selecting features using the touch screen, be sure to touch the center of the - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 60
OFF] • Touch the screen with the clean and dry finger. • If you use a commercially available monitor protection sheet, please follow the instructions that accompany the sheet. (Some monitor protection sheets may impair visibility or operability.) • Do not press on the monitor with hard pointed tips - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 61
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Taking Pictures Using the Touch Function Taking pictures using the Touch Shutter function Applicable modes: Just by touching the subject you want as your point of focus, the camera will focus on the subject and take the picture automatically. 1 Touch [ ]. 2 Touch - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 62
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Easily Optimizing the Brightness for a Specified Area (Touch AE) Applicable modes: You can easily optimize the brightness for a touched position. When the face of the subject appears dark, you can brighten the screen according to the brightness of the face. 1 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 63
/Basic Operations Setting menu items You can either operate the buttons or touch the monitor to set menu items. In this owner's manual, steps for setting a menu item are described as follows. Example: In the [Rec] menu, change [Quality] from [A] to [›] MENU > [Rec] > [Quality] > [›] 1 Press - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 64
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations 2 Press 3/4 of the cursor button to select the menu item and press [MENU/SET]. • The menu item can also be selected by rotating the rear dial. • You can also move to the next screen by pressing [DISP.]. (In touch operation) Touch the menu item. • The page can be - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 65
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations ∫ Switching to other menus e.g.: Switching to the [Setup] menu from [Rec] menu. 1 Press 2. 2 Press 3/4 to select a menu selector icon, such as [ ]. • You can also select the menu toggle icons by rotating the front dial. 3 Press [MENU/SET]. (In touch operation) - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 66
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Calling frequently-used menus instantly (Quick Menu) By using the Quick Menu, some of the menu settings can be easily found. • The features that can be adjusted using Quick Menu are determined by the mode or a display style the camera is in. [Q.MENU] button can be - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 67
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Switching the method for setting Quick Menu items MENU > [Custom] > [Q.MENU] [PRESET]: The default items can be set. [CUSTOM]: The Quick Menu will consist of desired items. (P68) 67 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 68
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Customizing the Quick Menu settings When [Q.MENU] (P67) in the [Custom] menu is set to [CUSTOM], the Quick Menu can be changed as desired. Up to 15 items can be set to the Quick Menu. 1 Press 4 to select [ ] and then press [MENU/SET]. 4:3 L AFS 2 Press 3/4/2/1 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 69
[Custom] menu - [Silent Mode] (P206) - [Monochrome Live View] (P214) - [Peaking] (P164) - [Rec Area] (P238) - [Histogram] (P55) - [Step Zoom] (P224) - [Guide Line] (P55) - [Zoom Speed] (P224) - [Zebra Pattern] (P213) - [Touch Screen] (P60) 4 Press [ ]. • It will return to screen of step - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 70
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Assigning frequently used functions to the buttons (function buttons) You can assign recording functions, etc. to specific buttons and icons. 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Custom] > [Fn Button Set] 2 Press 3/4 to select [Setting in REC mode] or [Setting in - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 71
[Custom] menu - [Silent Mode] (P206): [Fn1]¢ - [Monochrome Live View] (P214) - [Peaking] (P164) - [Rec Area] (P238) - [Histogram] (P55): [Fn10]¢ - [Guide Line] (P55) - [Zebra Pattern] (P213) - [Step Zoom] (P224) - [Zoom Speed] (P224) - [Touch Screen] (P60) ¢ Function button settings at the - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 72
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations • Some functions cannot be used depending on the mode or displayed screen. • When using [Ex. Tele Conv.] (still pictures), check that [Picture Size] is set to [M] or [S]. • When set to [Focus Area Set], it is possible to display the position setting screen of - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 73
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations ∫ Using the function buttons during playback Example: When [Fn2] is set to [Favorite] 1 Press 2/1 to select the picture. 2 Press [Fn2] ([Q.MENU]), and then set the image as 1/98 [Favorite]. • When assigning [Print Set], set the number of pictures to be - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 74
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Configuring basic settings of this unit (Setup Menu) For details on how to select the [Setup] menu settings, refer to P63. [Clock Set] and [Economy] are important items. Check their settings before using the camera. [Clock Set] - • Refer to P40 for details. [ - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 75
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Departure date and return date of the trip as well as the name of the travel destination can be set. You can display the number of days that have passed when playing back the pictures and stamp it on the recorded pictures with [Text Stamp] (P271). [Travel Setup - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 76
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations This allows you to set the volume for electronic sound and the electronic shutter sound. [Beep] [Beep Volume]: [u] (High) [t] (Low) [s] (OFF) [E-Shutter Vol]: [ ] (High) [ ] (Low) [ ] (OFF) [E-Shutter Tone]: [ 1 ]/[ 2 ]/[ 3 ] • When [Silent Mode] is set to [ - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 77
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Brightness, color, or red or blue tint of the Monitor/viewfinder is adjusted. [Monitor Display]/ [Viewfinder] [ ] ([Brightness]): Adjust the brightness. [ ] ([Contrast]): Adjust the contrast. [ ] ([Saturation]): Adjust the clarity of colors. [ ] ([Red Tint]): - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 78
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations The unit can be set up to prevent unnecessary battery consumption. [Economy] [Sleep Mode]: The camera is automatically turned off if the camera has not been used for the time selected on the setting. [10MIN.]/[5MIN.]/[2MIN.]/[1MIN.]/[OFF] [Auto LVF/Monitor Off - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 79
{ [PictBridge(PTP)]: Select this setting when connecting to a printer supporting PictBridge. [Remote Control(PTP)]: Select this setting to control the not use any cable other than the supplied USB connection cable or a Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). ∫ About [Remote Control(PTP - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 80
work only during playback. • If no image appears on the TV with [AUTO], switch the setting to a constant setting other than [AUTO] to set a format supported by your TV. (Read the operating instructions for the TV.) 80 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 81
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations [TV Connection] [HDMI Info Display (Rec)]: Set whether or not to display information when recording an image on the camera while monitoring it on a TV. [ON]: The camera display is output as is. [OFF]: Only images are output. • This will work when the HDMI - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 82
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations [Menu Information] Explanations of the menu items and settings are displayed on the menu screen. [ON]/[OFF] [Language] Set the language displayed on the screen. • If you set a different language by mistake, select [~] from the menu icons to set the desired - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 83
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations [Reset Wi-Fi Settings] Reset all settings in the [Wi-Fi] menu to factory default settings. (Excluding [LUMIX CLUB] (P323)) • Always reset the camera when disposing or selling it to prevent personal information saved within the camera from being misused. • - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 84
2. Getting Started/Basic Operations Entering Text When entering characters, you can switch between alphabets, numbers, and special characters. • Example of operation for displaying a screen: MENU > [Rec] > [Profile Setup] > [SET] > [Baby1] > [Name] > [SET] 1 Press 3/4/2/1 to select text and - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 85
3. Recording Modes Taking Pictures using the Automatic Function (Intelligent Auto Mode) Recording Mode: In this mode, the camera makes the optimal settings for the subject and scene, so we recommend it when you wish to leave the settings to the camera and record without thinking about them. The - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 86
3. Recording Modes (±: possible, -: not possible) Setting the brightness (Exposure) Setting the color tone Defocus Control Menus that can be set Intelligent Auto Plus Mode Intelligent Auto Mode ± - ± - ± ± Refer to P93 for details. 1 Set the mode dial to [¦]. • The camera will switch to - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 87
3. Recording Modes ∫ Auto Focus, Face/Eye Detection , and Face Recognition The Auto Focus Mode is automatically set to [š]. If you touch the subject, the AF tracking function will work. The AF tracking function will also work if you press 2 and then press the shutter button halfway. (About tracking - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 88
3. Recording Modes Recording night scenes ([iHandheld Night Shot]) Recording Mode: When [iHandheld Night Shot] is set to [ON] and [ ] is detected while taking handheld night shots, pictures of the night scenery will be taken at a high burst speed and composed into a single picture. This mode is - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 89
3. Recording Modes Combining pictures into a single picture with rich gradation ([iHDR]) Recording Mode: When [iHDR] is set to [ON] and there is, for example, strong contrast between the background and the subject, multiple still pictures are recorded with differing exposures and combined to - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 90
3. Recording Modes Taking a picture with a blurred background (Defocus Control) Recording Mode: You can easily set the blurriness of the background while checking the screen. 1 Press [Fn7] to display the setting screen. A Function button [Fn7] A 2 Set the blurriness by rotating the rear dial. - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 91
3. Recording Modes Recording images by changing the brightness (Exposure) or color tone Recording Mode: This mode enables you to change the brightness (Exposure) and color tone to your preferred settings from the ones set by the camera. ∫ Setting brightness (Exposure) Rotate the exposure - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 92
3. Recording Modes About Intelligent Auto Plus Mode and Intelligent Auto Mode ∫ Switching between Intelligent Auto Plus Mode and Intelligent Auto Mode 1 Press [MENU/SET]. 2 Press 2. 3 Press 3/4 to select the [ ] or [ ] tab. 4 Press 1 to select [ ] or [ ] and then press [MENU/SET]. • If [DISP.] is - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 93
]/[Remaining Disp.]/[Auto Review]/[Fn Button Set]/[Q.MENU]/[Dial Set.]/[Video Button]/ [Power Zoom Lens]/[Eye Sensor]/[Touch Settings]/[Touch Scroll]/[Menu Guide]/[Shoot w/o Lens] All menu items can be set. (P74) Menu [Rec] [Motion Picture] [Custom] [Setup] Intelligent Auto Mode Item [Aspect Ratio - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 94
3. Recording Modes Taking Pictures with Automatically Adjusted Aperture and Shutter Speed (Program AE Mode) Recording Mode: The camera automatically sets the shutter speed and the aperture value according to the brightness of the subject. You can take pictures with greater freedom by changing - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 95
3. Recording Modes Program Shift In Program AE Mode, you can change the preset aperture value and shutter speed without changing the exposure. This is called Program Shift. You can make the background more blurred by decreasing the aperture value or record a moving subject more dynamically by - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 96
3. Recording Modes Example of Program Shift [When the interchangeable lens (H-FS14140) is used] 㸫1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 㸦(Y㸧 2 17 2.8 18 4 19 (A) 5.6 20 8 21 11 22 16 23 22 4 2 1 1/2 1/4 1/8 1/15 1/30 1/60 1/125 1/250 1/500 1/1000 1/2000 1/4000 1/8000 1/16000 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 97
3. Recording Modes Taking Pictures by Specifying the Aperture/ Shutter Speed Recording Mode: • The effects of the set aperture value and shutter speed will not be visible on the recording screen. To check on the recording screen, please use [Preview]. (P102) • The brightness of the screen and the - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 98
3. Recording Modes Shutter-Priority AE Mode When you set the shutter speed, the camera automatically optimizes the aperture value for the brightness of the subject. When you want to take a sharp picture of a fast moving subject, set with a faster shutter speed. When you want to create a trail - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 99
dial to set the shutter speed, and rotate the front dial to set the aperture value. A Exposure meter B Aperture value C Shutter speed D Manual Exposure Assistance A SS 8 15 30 60 125 F 4.0 5.6 8.0 11 0 +3 5.6 30 BC D Aperture value Reduces Increases It becomes easier to defocus the It - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 100
exposure is adequate. Set to faster shutter speed or larger aperture value. ʵ3 0 Set to slower shutter speed or smaller aperture value. • The Manual Exposure Assistance is an approximation. We recommend checking the pictures on the playback screen. ∫ About [B] (Bulb) If you set the shutter speed - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 101
on the recording screen MENU > [Custom] > [Constant Preview] > [ON]/[OFF] • This function does not work when using the flash. • It can only be used with Manual Exposure Mode. • Rotate the front/rear dial to display the Exposure Meter. Unsuitable areas of the range are displayed in red. • If the - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 102
3. Recording Modes Confirm the Effects of Aperture and Shutter Speed (Preview Mode) Applicable modes: The effects of aperture and shutter speed can be checked by using the Preview Mode. • Confirm the effects of aperture: You can check the depth of field (effective focus range) before taking a - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 103
values and shutter speed blink red A when the shutter button is pressed halfway. • If the Manual Exposure Assistance is anything other than when in Manual Exposure mode. For more details on Manual Exposure Assistance, refer to P100. 3.5 4000 -3 2 0 00 98 A 1 Set a function button to [One Push - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 104
at a constant speed. Pictures may not be able to be recorded properly if the camera is moved too fast or slow. A Recording direction and panning (Guide) 4 Press the shutter button once again to end the picture recording. • Recording can also be ended by keeping the camera still while recording - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 105
3. Recording Modes ∫ Changing the recording direction and angle of view (image size) of panorama pictures MENU > [Rec]>[Panorama Settings] Sets the recording direction. [Direction] [ ] (left > right)/[ ] (right > left)/[ bottom) ] (bottom > top)/[ ] (top > [Picture Size] Sets the angle of view - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 106
3. Recording Modes ∫ About playback Pressing 3 will start scrolling playback automatically in the same direction as the recording. 1/98 • The following operations can be performed during scrolling playback. 3 Start panorama playback/Pause¢ 4 Stop ¢ When the playback is paused, you can scroll - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 107
3. Recording Modes Taking Pictures with different image effects (Creative Control Mode) Recording Mode: This mode records with additional image effects. You can set the effects to add by selecting example images and checking them on the screen. 1 Set the mode dial to [ ]. 2 Press 3/4 to select the - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 108
display List display Displaying/not displaying the selection screen when the mode dial is switched to . MENU > [Custom] > [Menu Guide] [ON]: Displays the selection screen for the Creative Control Mode. [OFF]: Displays the recording screen of the currently selected mode of the Creative Control - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 109
3. Recording Modes Adjust the effect to fit your preferences The strength and colors of the effects can be easily adjusted to fit your preferences. 1 Press 1 to display the setting screen. 2 Rotate the rear dial to set. • The items that can be set differ depending on which Creative Control Mode is - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 110
3. Recording Modes ∫ Change the settings by using the touch screen 1 Touch [ ]. 2 Touch the item you want to set. EXPS [ ]: Adjusts an image effect [ ]: Defocus level 3 Drag the slide bar to set. • Press [MENU/SET] to return to the recording screen. For details on "Creative Control Mode" settings, - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 111
3. Recording Modes [Old Days] This effect adds a bright, soft and nostalgic feel to the overall image. Items that can be set Contrast Low contrast High contrast [High Key] This effect adds a bright, airy and soft feel to the overall image. Items that can be set Color Pink emphasized - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 112
3. Recording Modes [Sepia] This effect creates a sepia image. Items that can be set Contrast Low contrast High contrast [Monochrome] This effect creates a black and white picture. Items that can be set Color Yellow emphasized Blue emphasized [Dynamic Monochrome] This effect gives a - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 113
3. Recording Modes [Rough Monochrome] This effect creates a black and white picture with granular noise. Items that can be set Grittiness Less gritty Grittier • Display of the recording screen will be delayed more than usual and the screen will look as if frames are dropping. [Silky - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 114
3. Recording Modes [Cross Process] This effect gives your photo a dramatic color look. Items that can be set Color Green tone/Blue tone/Yellow tone/Red tone • Select the desired color tone by rotating the rear dial, and then press [MENU/SET]. [Toy Effect] This effect reduces peripheral - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 115
3. Recording Modes [Miniature Effect] This effect blurs peripheral areas to give the impression of a diorama. Items that can be set Freshness Understated colors Pop colors ∫ Setting the type of defocus With [Miniature Effect] you can make the subject stand out by intentionally creating - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 116
3. Recording Modes [Soft Focus] This effect blurs the overall image to produce a soft feel. Items that can be set Extent of defocus Weak defocus Strong defocus [Fantasy] • Display of the recording screen will be delayed more than usual and the screen will look as if frames are dropping. - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 117
3. Recording Modes [One Point Color] This effect leaves one selected color to emphasize impressiveness. Items that can be set Amount of color left Small amount of color Large amount of color ∫ Set the color to leave in Set the color to leave in by selecting a location on the screen. 1 Press [ - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 118
3. Recording Modes [Sunshine] This effect adds a cast of light to the scene. Items that can be set Color Yellow tone/Red tone/Blue tone/White tone • Select the color tone by rotating the rear dial, and then press [MENU/SET]. ∫ Setting the light source You can change the position and size of - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 119
color tone or brightness of the image may change, or horizontal stripes may appear on the screen. In that case, change the Recording Mode or manually adjust the shutter speed to 1/60 or 1/100. • When [Exposure Mode] is set to [M], [AUTO] of the ISO sensitivity will switch to [200]. • Drive mode - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 120
3. Recording Modes Minimizing operational sounds during motion picture recording The operational sound of the zoom or button operation may be recorded when it is operated during the recording of a motion picture. Using touch icons allows silent operation while recording motion pictures. Select the - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 121
not registered as custom settings. [Rec] menu - Data registered with [Face Recog.] - The [Profile Setup] setting [Setup] menu - All menus [Custom] menu - [Touch Scroll] - [Menu Guide] [Playback] menu - [Rotate Disp.] - [Picture Sort] - [Delete Confirmation] 121 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 122
3. Recording Modes Recording using registered custom set You can easily call up the settings you have registered using [Cust.Set Mem.]. Set the mode dial to [ ], [ ] or [ ]. • The custom set will be called up. If you set the mode dial to [ ], the custom set you used last time ([ ], [ ], or [ - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 123
4. Picture Quality and Color Tone Settings Adjusting the Picture Quality by Adding an Effect ([Photo Style]) Applicable modes: You can select effects to match the type of image you wish to record. It is possible to adjust the items such as color or picture quality of the effect to your desire. - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 124
4. Picture Quality and Color Tone Settings ∫ Adjusting the picture quality • Picture quality cannot be adjusted in the Intelligent Auto Plus Mode. 1 Press 2/1 to select the type of Photo Style. 2 Press 3/4 to select the items, and then press 2/1 to adjust. 6WDQGDUG -5 0 +5 ±0 S ±0 ±0 ±0 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 125
4. Picture Quality and Color Tone Settings Recording Images with Image Effects ([Filter Settings]) Applicable modes: You can apply image effects (filters) that are available for Creative Control Mode to images in other modes, such as Aperture-Priority AE Mode or Panorama Shot Mode. MENU > [Rec] - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 126
4. Picture Quality and Color Tone Settings • [Rough Monochrome]/[Silky Monochrome]/[Miniature Effect]¢/[Soft Focus]/[Star Filter]/ [Sunshine] are not available in the following cases. - Creative Video Mode - When recording motion pictures - When recording 4K photos ¢ In Creative Video Mode or when - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 127
4. Picture Quality and Color Tone Settings Taking a picture with and without an image effect simultaneously ([Simultaneous record w/o filter]) You can press the shutter button once and take two pictures simultaneously, one with an image effect and the other one without it. MENU > [Rec] > [Filter - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 128
4. Picture Quality and Color Tone Settings Adjusting Bright/Dark Portions ([Highlight Shadow]) Applicable modes: You can adjust the brightness of bright and dark portions on an image while checking the brightness on the screen. 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Rec] > [Highlight Shadow] 2 Press - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 129
4. Picture Quality and Color Tone Settings Adjusting the White Balance Applicable modes: In sunlight, under incandescent lights or in other such conditions where the color of white takes on a reddish or bluish tinge, this item adjusts to the color of white which is closest to what is seen by the eye - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 130
4. Picture Quality and Color Tone Settings [] You can set the color temperature manually for taking natural pictures in different lighting 6500K conditions. The color of light is measured as a number in degrees Kelvin. As the color temperature increases, - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 131
returns to the standard setting (center point) in the following cases. - When you reset the White Balance in [ 1 ], [ 2 ], [ 3 ] or [ 4 ] - When you reset the color temperature manually in [ ] 131 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 132
4. Picture Quality and Color Tone Settings White Balance Bracket Bracket setting is performed based on the adjustment values for the White Balance fine adjustment, and 3 pictures with different colors are automatically recorded when the shutter button is pressed once. 1 Fine-adjust the White - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 133
4. Picture Quality and Color Tone Settings Setting the Picture Quality and Size Setting the aspect ratio of pictures Applicable modes: This allows you to select the aspect ratio of the pictures to suit printing or the playback method. MENU > [Rec] > [Aspect Ratio] [4:3] [3:2] [16:9] [1:1] [ - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 134
4. Picture Quality and Color Tone Settings • When [Ex. Tele Conv.] (P221) is set, [ ] is displayed on the picture sizes of each aspect ratio except for [L]. • The picture size will be fixed to [S] when [Burst Rate] is set to [SH]. • The picture size will be fixed to [4K] ([4:3]: 3328k2496; [3:2]: - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 135
4. Picture Quality and Color Tone Settings • The setting is fixed to [A] when recording 4K photos. Not available in these cases: • The following effects are not reflected in RAW images: - Intelligent Auto Plus Mode - Creative Control Mode - White Balance - [Photo Style]¢1/[Aspect Ratio]/[ - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 136
4. Picture Quality and Color Tone Settings Using Image Correction Functions Compensating the contrast and exposure ([i.Dynamic]) Applicable modes: Contrast and exposure are compensated when the brightness difference between the background and subject is great, etc. MENU > [Rec] > [i.Dynamic] - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 137
n3 EV]: Adjusts the exposure within the selected exposure parameters. [Auto Align] [ON]: Automatically corrects camera shake (jitter) and other problems that can cause the images to misalign. Recommended for use during hand-held shooting. [OFF]: Image misalignment not adjusted. Recommended when - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 138
4. Picture Quality and Color Tone Settings Reducing the long shutter noise ([Long Shtr NR]) Applicable modes: The camera automatically removes noise that appears when the shutter speed becomes slower to take pictures of night scenery etc. so you can take beautiful pictures. MENU > [Rec] > [Long - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 139
4. Picture Quality and Color Tone Settings Raising the resolution when the aperture is closed ([Diffraction Compensation]) Applicable modes: The camera raises the resolution by correcting the blurriness caused by diffraction when the aperture is closed. MENU > [Rec] > [Diffraction Compensation] - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 140
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Adjusting Focus Automatically By setting the optimum Focus Mode or Auto Focus Mode for the subject or recording condition, you can let the camera automatically adjust focus in various scenes. 1 Set the focus mode lever to [AFS/AFF] or [AFC]. • The Focus - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 141
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings • If the camera detects stars in the night sky after displaying [ LOW ], Starlight AF will be activated. When focus is achieved, the focus indication [ ] and AF areas in focus are displayed. STAR (Detection with Starlight AF works only for - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 142
. When the subject is moving, the focusing is performed by predicting the subject position at the time of recording. (Movement prediction) [MF] Set the focus manually. (P158) 142 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 143
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings ∫ About [AFS/AFF] of the focus mode lever In [AFS/AFF] in the [Rec] menu or the [Motion Picture] menu, you can assign [AFS] or [AFF] to [AFS/AFF] of the focus mode lever. When recording using [AFF], [AFC] • It may take time to focus on the subject when you - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 144
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Selecting the Auto Focus Mode Applicable modes: This allows the focusing method that suits the positions and number of the subjects to be selected. 1 Press 2 ( ). 2 Press 2/1 to select AF Mode and then press [MENU/SET]. ([Face/Eye Detection]) ([Tracking - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 145
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings ([1-Area]) ([Pinpoint]) The camera focuses on the subject in the AF area on the screen. • Position and size of the AF area can be changed. (P151) You can achieve a more precise focus on a point that is smaller than [Ø]. If you press the shutter button - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 146
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings ([Tracking]) • [ ] cannot be used with [Time Lapse Shot]. • In the following cases, [ ] operates as [Ø]. - [Sepia]/[Monochrome]/[Dynamic Monochrome]/[Rough Monochrome]/[Silky Monochrome]/ [Soft Focus]/[Star Filter]/[Sunshine] (Creative Control Mode) - [ - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 147
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Locking the subject to be tracked ( [Tracking]) Button operation Aim the AF tracking frame over the subject, and press the shutter button halfway. A AF tracking frame • AF area will turn green when the camera detects the subject. • The AF area turns yellow - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 148
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Setting the shape of the AF area ([Custom Multi]) Selecting from 49 AF areas, you can freely set the optimum shape of the AF area for the subject. 1 Press 2 ( ). 2 Select a Custom Multi icon ([ ], etc.), and press 3. • If you press 4, the AF area setting - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 149
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings When selecting You can adjust the size and position of the area in the vertical direction for [ ], in the horizontal direction for [ ], and in all directions for [ ]. Button operation Touch operation Description of operation 3/4/2/1 Touching Moves - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 150
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Setting up position of the AF area/changing size of the AF area Applicable modes: When or [ ] in Auto Focus Mode is selected, you can change the position and size of the AF area. • Perform the operation after canceling the touch shutter function. • When - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 151
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings When selecting [š], [Ø] Position and size of the AF area can be changed. 1 Press 2 ( ). 2 Select [š] or [Ø] and press 4. • AF area setting screen is displayed. • You can also display the AF area setting screen by touching the screen. 3 Change the - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 152
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings When selecting [ ] You can set the focus position precisely by enlarging the screen. • The focus position cannot be set at the edge of the screen. 1 2 3 Press 2 ( ). Select [ ] and press 4. Press 3/4/2/1 to set the focus position and then press [MENU/ - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 153
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Setting the AF area position with the Touch Pad Applicable modes: You can move the AF area displayed on the viewfinder by touching the monitor. • If you touch the monitor when the Auto Focus Mode is set to [Custom Multi] such as [ ], the AF area setting - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 154
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Optimizing the focus and brightness for a touched position Applicable modes: You can optimize the focus and brightness for the position you have touched. 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Custom] > [Touch Settings] > [Touch AF] > [AF+AE] 2 Touch the - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 155
AE], which optimizes the focus and brightness, does not work in the following cases. - In Manual Focus - When using the Digital Zoom - When the AF area has been set by using light situations - With lenses that only offer Manual Focus - With some Four Third lenses that do not support contrast AF 155 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 156
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Turning on/not turning on the AF Assist Lamp MENU > [Custom] > [AF Assist Lamp] > [ON]/[OFF] AF assist lamp will illuminate the subject when the shutter button is pressed halfway, making it easier for the camera to focus when recording in low light - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 157
[RELEASE], please be aware that focus may not be achieved even with focus mode set to [AFS], [AFF] or [AFC]. Adjusting/not adjusting the focus manually after achieving Auto Focus MENU > [Custom] > [AF+MF] > [ON]/[OFF] When AF Lock is ON (press the shutter button halfway with the focus mode set - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 158
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Adjusting Focus Manually Applicable modes: Use this function when you want to fix the focus or when the distance between the lens and the subject is determined and - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 159
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings 4 Adjust the focus. The operations used to focus manually differ depending on the lens. When using an interchangeable lens When using the interchangeable lens (H-FS14140/H-HS12035/H-FS1442A) with having a focus lever a focus ring Rotate - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 160
will be highlighted. (Peaking) • You can check whether the point of focus is to the near side or to the far side. (MF Guide) You can perform the following operations: BC + AF A D Button operation Touch operation Description of operation 3/4/2/1¢ Dragging Moves the enlarged area Pinching out - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 161
close approximately 10 seconds after the operation. • MF Assist or MF guide may not display depending on the lens used, but you can display Pre-Burst]) of the 4K Photo function - When using the Digital Zoom Technique for Manual Focus 1 Rotate the focus ring to focus on the subject. 2 Rotate it a - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 162
interchangeable lens (H-FS1442A) is used] Achieving focus quickly using Auto Focus MENU > [Custom] > [AF/AE Lock] > [AF-ON] If [AF/AE LOCK] is pressed in Manual Focus, Auto Focus will work. • Auto Focus works at the center of the frame. • If Auto Focus is used while the MF Assist screen is - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 163
to be enlarged is not displayed. Displaying/not displaying the MF Guide MENU > [Custom] > [MF Guide] > [ON]/[OFF] A Indicator for ¶ (infinity) When [MF Guide] on the [Custom] menu is set to [ON] and you focus manually, the MF guide is displayed on the screen. You can check whether the point - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 164
setting switches in order of [ON] ([Detect Level]: [LOW]) > [ON] ([Detect Level]: [HIGH]) > [OFF]. • This function works in Manual Focus or when focus is being adjusted manually with [AF+MF]. • Since portions with clear outlines on the screen are highlighted as in-focus portions, portions to be - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 165
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Fixing the Focus and the Exposure (AF/AE Lock) Applicable modes: This is useful when you want to take a picture of a subject outside the AF area or the contrast is too strong and you cannot achieve appropriate exposure. 1 Align the screen with the - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 166
released MENU > [Custom] > [AF/AE Lock Hold] > [ON]/[OFF] • AF Lock only is effective when taking pictures in Manual Exposure Mode. • AE Lock only is effective when taking pictures with Manual Focus. • The subject can be focused again by pressing the shutter button halfway even when AE is locked - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 167
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Compensating the Exposure Applicable modes: Use this function when you cannot achieve appropriate exposure due to the difference in brightness between the subject and the background. Rotate the exposure compensation dial to select a compensation value. • - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 168
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Setting the Light Sensitivity Applicable modes: This allows the sensitivity to light (ISO sensitivity) to be set. Setting to a higher figure enables pictures to be taken even in dark places without the resulting pictures coming out dark. 1 Press 3 ( ). 2 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 169
• [ ] is not available in Shutter-Priority AE Mode and Manual Exposure Mode. • [AUTO] and [ ] are not available when taking pictures with the shutter speed set to [B] (Bulb) in Manual Exposure Mode. • When [Multi Exp.] is set, the maximum setting is [ISO3200]. - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 170
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Setting the upper limit on ISO sensitivity Applicable modes: It will select optimal ISO sensitivity with set value as limit depending on the brightness of the subject. • It will work when the [Sensitivity] is set to [AUTO] or [ ]. MENU > [Rec] > [ISO - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 171
5. Focus and Brightness (Exposure) Settings Setting the Metering Mode Applicable modes: Type of optical measurement to measure brightness can be changed. MENU > [Rec] > [Metering Mode] [] (Multiple) [] (Center weighted) [] (Spot) This is the method in which the camera measures the most - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 172
(Sec.) B (Bulb)¢1/60 to 1/8000th 1¢2 to 1/16000th Shutter sound Mechanical shutter sound¢3 Electronic shutter sound¢4 ¢1 This setting is available only in Manual Exposure Mode. (P99) ¢2 Up to an ISO sensitivity of [ISO3200]. When the setting is higher than [ISO3200], the shutter speed will be - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 173
6. Shutter and Drive Settings Minimizing vibration of the shutter Applicable modes: To reduce the influence of hand shake or shutter vibration, shutter is released after the specified time has passed. Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Rec] > [Shutter Delay] Settings: [8SEC]/[4SEC]/[2SEC]/[1SEC]/[ - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 174
6. Shutter and Drive Settings Select a Drive Mode Applicable modes: You can change what the camera will do when you press the shutter button. 1 Press 4 ( ). 2 Press 2/1 to select the drive mode, and then press [MENU/SET]. A Drive mode 1234 5 H 3 1/3 A 1 [Single] When the shutter button is - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 175
30 or more¢2, 3, 4 100 or more¢2, 3, 4 ¢1 Number of recordable pictures ¢2 When recording is performed under the test conditions specified by Panasonic ¢3 Depending on the recording conditions, the number of recordable pictures in a burst may be reduced. (For example, when you set [i.Resolution - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 176
/Release Priority] Focus [AFS] [FOCUS] [RELEASE] At the first picture [AFF]/[AFC]¢1 [FOCUS] [RELEASE] Normal focusing¢2 Predicted focusing¢3 [MF] - Focus set with Manual Focus ¢1 When the subject is dark or the burst speed is set to [SH], the focus is fixed on the first picture. ¢2 The - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 177
6. Shutter and Drive Settings • We recommend using the shutter remote control (DMW-RSL1: optional) when you want to keep the shutter button pressed fully while taking pictures in Burst Mode. Refer to P354 for information about the shutter remote control. • When the burst speed is set to [SH] or [H] - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 178
6. Shutter and Drive Settings Recording 4K Photos Applicable modes: Press the shutter button to record a 4K photo. You can select the desired moment from a burst of pictures taken at 30 frames/second and save that moment as a picture of 8 million pixels (approx.). 1 Record a 4K photo. 2 Select and - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 179
6. Shutter and Drive Settings For capturing the best shot of a fast-moving subject (e.g., sports, aeroplanes, trains) [] Burst recording is performed while the [4K Burst] shutter button is pressed and held. (P181) The shutter sound will be heard repeatedly. A Press and hold B - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 180
6. Shutter and Drive Settings 4 Press the shutter button to perform recording. 4:3 4K AFS Recording with [ ] ([4K Burst]) (P181) Recording with [ ] ([4K Burst(S/S)]) (P182) Recording with [ ] ([4K Pre-Burst]) (P184) • After the 4K burst photo recording, a 4K burst file will be saved. 4K - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 181
6. Shutter and Drive Settings Recording with [4K Burst] 1 Select [ ] ([4K Burst]). (P178) A Available recording time 2 Press the shutter button halfway. 4:3 60p 4K AFS 3 Press and hold the shutter button fully for as long as you want to perform recording. • Press the button fully slightly in - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 182
6. Shutter and Drive Settings Recording with [4K Burst(S/S)] 1 Select [ ] ([4K Burst(S/S)]). (P178) A Available recording time 4:3 60p 4K AFS 2 Press the shutter button fully. • Recording will start. • If you are using Auto Focus, [Continuous AF] will work during recording. Focus will be - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 183
6. Shutter and Drive Settings ∫ Setting Loop Recording The camera performs recording while deleting the data of the preceding part so that you can continue recording while waiting for a photo opportunity, without replacing the card. • Once you start recording, the 4K burst file will be recorded and - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 184
the shutter button halfway to display the recording screen. Recording tips Focus and exposure Auto Focus adjusts focus continuously, and except in Manual Exposure Mode, it also adjusts exposure continuously. • Focus cannot be adjusted at the desired timing by pressing the shutter button halfway or - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 185
6. Shutter and Drive Settings Selecting pictures from 4K burst file and saving • The picture will be saved in JPEG format. • The picture will be saved with recording information (Exif information), including its shutter speed, aperture and ISO sensitivity information. Setting [Playback Mode] in the - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 186
6. Shutter and Drive Settings Button operation Touch operation Description of operation 2/1 Selects a frame Touching>Dragging • You can select a frame from 60 frames (continuous burst time of approximately 2 seconds). Select / with 2/1 > [MENU/SET] Displays the previous or next frames in - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 187
6. Shutter and Drive Settings Fn2 Fn1 Fn1 During pause During continuous playback Button operation Touch operation Description of operation 3 Continuous playback Continuous rewind 4 • Frames are rewound in approximately 0.5 second intervals at a faster speed - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 188
6. Shutter and Drive Settings 4K burst files recorded with [ ] ([4K Pre-Burst]) 1 Select a 4K burst file on the playback screen, and press 3. • 4K burst files are displayed with [ ]. • You can also perform the same operation by touching the icon [ ]. • The slide view screen for selecting pictures - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 189
and saving pictures on the TV screen Preparation: Set [HDMI Mode (Play)] (P80) to [AUTO] or [4K]. • When connecting to a TV that does not support 4K motion picture, select [AUTO]. Connect the camera and a TV with an HDMI micro cable, and display the playback screen. (P334) • To select and save - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 190
6. Shutter and Drive Settings Notes on the 4K Photo function ∫ To change the aspect ratio Selecting [Aspect Ratio] in the [Rec] menu allows you to change the aspect ratio for 4K photos. ∫ To record the subject with reduced blur You can reduce the blur of the subject by setting a faster shutter speed - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 191
6. Shutter and Drive Settings ∫ Limitations on the 4K Photo function To optimize settings for 4K photo recording, certain limitations apply to some recording functions, menu items and other settings. • The following items are fixed to the settings indicated below: [4K] (8M) [Picture Size] • - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 192
6. Shutter and Drive Settings • The following menu items are disabled: Applicable to [ ] ([4K Burst])/[ ] ([4K Burst(S/S)])/[ ] ([4K Pre-Burst]) [Rec] [Custom] [Picture Size]/[Quality]/[AFS/AFF]/[iHandheld Night Shot]/[iHDR]/ [Panorama Settings]/[Electronic Shutter]/[Shutter Delay]/[Flash]/[ - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 193
6. Shutter and Drive Settings Taking Pictures using Auto Bracket Applicable modes: Maximum of 7 pictures will be recorded with different exposure settings following the Exposure Compensation range every time the shutter button is pressed. With Auto Bracket [Step]: [3•1/3], [Sequence]: [0/s/r] 1st - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 194
6. Shutter and Drive Settings ∫ Changing the settings for [Single/Burst Settings], [Step] and [Sequence] in Auto Bracket 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Rec] > [Auto Bracket] 2 Press 3/4 to select [Single/Burst Settings], [Step] or [Sequence] and then press [MENU/SET]. 3 Press 3/4 to select the - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 195
6. Shutter and Drive Settings Taking Pictures with the Self-timer Applicable modes: 1 Press 4 ( ). 2 Press 2/1 to select the self-timer icon ([ 10 ], etc.), and then press 3. H 3 1/3 3 Press 2/1 to select the time setting for the self-timer, and then press [MENU/SET]. 10 10 2 Picture is - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 196
6. Shutter and Drive Settings 4 Press the shutter button halfway to focus and then press it fully to take the picture. • Focus and exposure will be set when the shutter button is pressed halfway. • After the self-timer indicator flashes, recording starts. ∫ Canceling the self-timer Select [ ] ([ - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 197
7. Functions Customized for Various Subjects and Purposes Taking Pictures Automatically at Set Intervals ([Time Lapse Shot]) Applicable modes: The camera can automatically take pictures of subjects such as animals or plants as time elapses and create a motion picture. • Set the date and time - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 198
even with the power turned off. When the recording start time arrives, the power turns on automatically. To turn on the power manually, press the shutter button halfway. • Operations during recording standby (The camera is turned on) Button operation Touch operation Description of operation [Fn5 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 199
7. Functions Customized for Various Subjects and Purposes 6 Select [OK] with 3/4, and then press [MENU/SET]. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. • Motion pictures can also be created from [Time Lapse Video] in the [Playback] menu. (P275) • This function is not - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 200
7. Functions Customized for Various Subjects and Purposes Creating Stop Motion Pictures ([Stop Motion Animation]) Applicable modes: A stop motion picture is created by splicing pictures together. • Set the date and time settings in advance. (P40) • Pictures taken with [Stop Motion Animation] are - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 201
] Takes pictures automatically at a set recording interval. When the shutter button is pressed fully, recording starts. This is for taking pictures manually, frame by frame. [Shooting Interval] (Only when [Auto Shooting] is set to [ON]) Sets the interval for automatic recording. A value between - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 202
7. Functions Customized for Various Subjects and Purposes 8 Select the methods for creating a motion picture. • The recording format is set to [MP4]. [Rec Quality] Sets the quality of a motion picture. [4K/30p]/[4K/24p]/[FHD/60p]/[FHD/30p]/[HD/30p]/[VGA/30p] [Frame Rate] Sets the number of - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 203
7. Functions Customized for Various Subjects and Purposes • Automatic recording may not take place at set intervals because recording takes time under certain recording conditions, such as when the flash is used for recording. • When a picture quality different from the aspect ratio of the original - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 204
7. Functions Customized for Various Subjects and Purposes Making Multiple Exposures on One Picture ([Multi Exp.]) Applicable modes: Gives an effect like multi exposure. (up to 4 times equivalent per a single image) 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Rec] > [Multi Exp.] 2 Press 3/4 to select [ - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 205
7. Functions Customized for Various Subjects and Purposes ∫ About Automatic Gain Control setting Select [Auto Gain] on the screen shown in step 2 and set it. • [ON]: • [OFF]: The brightness level is adjusted according to the number of pictures taken and the pictures are superimposed over each - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 206
7. Functions Customized for Various Subjects and Purposes Disabling Operational Sounds and the Output of Light at once ([Silent Mode]) Applicable modes: This function is useful for recording images in a quiet environment, public facility, etc. or recording images of subjects such as babies or - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 207
7. Functions Customized for Various Subjects and Purposes Taking Pictures with the Face Recognition Function ([Face Recog.]) Applicable modes: Face Recognition is a function which finds a face resembling a registered face and priorities focus and exposure automatically. Even if the person is located - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 208
7. Functions Customized for Various Subjects and Purposes • [Face Recog.] only works when the AF Mode is set to [š]. • During the Burst Mode, [Face Recog.] picture information can be attached to only the first picture. • When group pictures are played back, the name of the first picture of the set - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 209
are 6 people already 1HZ ,&/ registered. Delete a person already registered to register a new person. 3 Take the picture adjusting the face with the guide. • Confirmation screen is displayed. It is executed when [Yes] is selected. • The faces of subjects other than people (pets, etc.) cannot - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 210
7. Functions Customized for Various Subjects and Purposes 4 Set the item. • You can register up to 3 face images. [Name] [Age] [Add Images] It is possible to register names. 1 Press 4 to select [SET] and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 Enter the name. • For details on how to enter characters, refer to " - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 211
7. Functions Customized for Various Subjects and Purposes Change or delete the information for a registered person You can modify the pictures or information of an already registered person. You can also delete the information of the registered person. 1 Press 3/4 to select [MEMORY] and then press - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 212
7. Functions Customized for Various Subjects and Purposes Recording Profiles of Babies and Pets on Images Applicable modes: If you set the name and birthday of your baby or pet in advance, you can record their name and age in months and years in the images. You can display these at playback or stamp - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 213
7. Functions Customized for Various Subjects and Purposes Using screens and displays suitable for recording Displaying the center of the screen ([Center Marker]) Applicable modes: The center of the recording screen will be displayed as [+]. This is convenient for operating the zoom while keeping - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 214
the recording screen in black and white. This function is convenient when a black and white screen will make it easier to set focus with Manual Focus. MENU > [Custom] > [Monochrome Live View] Settings: [ON]/[OFF] • Even if you use the HDMI output during recording, this function will not work for - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 215
7. Functions Customized for Various Subjects and Purposes Recording while monitoring camera images Applicable modes: When using the HDMI output, you can take pictures while monitoring the camera image on a TV, etc. Refer to P334 on how to connect with TV by using HDMI micro cable. • The camera image - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 216
. The icon for the currently activated image stabilizer is displayed on the recording screen. When taking pictures When recording motion pictures Panasonic lenses compatible with Dual I.S. (Based on the Micro Four Thirds System standard) (P20) • For the latest information on compatible Lens - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 217
lens is compatible with the In-Body Image Stabilizer and the focal [Focal length is not set automatically, you can set it manually. (P218) • When a manually selected focal length is set, a confirmation screen asking Length Set] you to change the focal length setting is displayed after you turn - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 218
8. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Setting the focal length of a lens 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Rec] > [Stabilizer] > [Focal Length Set] 2 Select the focal length of your lens with 2/1. • A focal length ranging from 8 mm to 1000 mm can be set. • Set a focal length written on the body of your lens, - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 219
8. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash • The Image Stabilizer may produce operational sound or cause vibration during its operation, but these are not malfunctions. • It is recommended to disable the Image Stabilizer when using a tripod. [ ] is displayed on the screen at that time. • We recommend taking - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 220
the zoom ring. T W Move the zoom lever. (The zoom speed varies depending on T Interchangeable lens how far you move the lever.) that supports the • If you assign [Zoom Control] to a function W power zoom button, you can operate the optical zoom (electrically operated slowly by pressing - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 221
8. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Raising the telescopic effect [Ex. Tele Conv.] Applicable modes: The Extended Tele Conversion enables you to take pictures that are further enlarged without deteriorating the picture quality. When taking pictures [Ex. Tele Conv.] ([Rec]) 1.2k: [ 1.4k: [ 2.0k: [ - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 222
when the function button is pressed again or a certain amount of time passes. 4:3 4:3 EX1.0x EX2.0x • When using an interchangeable lens that supports the power zoom, Extended Tele Conversion becomes available after zooming in to the Tele end of the optical zoom. A Optical Zoom range (Focal - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 223
8. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash • When the Extended Tele Conversion is used, angle of view for still pictures will be different from the angle of view for motion pictures because the zoom factor is different between them. Angle of view for recording can be checked beforehand by matching the [Rec Area - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 224
8. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Changing the settings for a power zoom lens Applicable modes: Sets the screen display and lens operations when using an interchangeable lens that is compatible with power zoom (electrically operated zoom). • This may only be selected when using a lens that is - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 225
Touch zoom) (Optical Zoom and Extended Tele Conversion for still picture recording are operable) • If you are using an interchangeable lens not supporting power zoom (H-FS14140/H-HS12035/ H-FS1442A), you can only operate the Extended Tele Conversion for pictures by setting [Ex. Tele Conv.] (P221) to - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 226
with the External Flash (Optional) Applicable modes: You can attach a flash (DMW-FL360L/DMW-FL580L: optional) and take pictures with it. • Read the operating instructions of the external flash for how to attach the external flash. ∫ Removing the Hot Shoe Cover The camera comes with a hot shoe cover - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 227
ISO sensitivity to match the settings on the camera. • Set to Aperture-Priority AE Mode or Manual Exposure Mode on the camera and then set the same aperture value and ISO sensitivity on the malfunction or operate incorrectly. • Read the operating instructions of the external flash for details. 227 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 228
menu is available only when an external flash is attached. Changing the firing mode Applicable modes: Select whether to set the flash output automatically or manually. 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Rec] > [Flash] > [Firing Mode] 2 Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]. [TTL - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 229
8. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Changing Flash Mode Applicable modes: Set the flash to match the recording. 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Rec] > [Flash] > [Flash Mode] 2 Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]. The flash is activated every time regardless of the recording - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 230
60th¢ to 1/250th Flash setting Shutter speed (Sec.) 1 to 1/8000th ¢ This becomes 60 seconds in Shutter-Priority AE Mode and B (Bulb) in the Manual Exposure Mode. • When the flash is activated the fastest shutter speed that can be selected is 1/250th of a second. • In Intelligent Auto ( or ) Mode - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 231
8. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Setting to the 2nd Curtain Synchro Applicable modes: 2nd curtain synchro activates the flash just before the shutter closes when taking pictures of moving objects such as cars using a slow shutter speed. 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Rec] > [Flash] > [Flash - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 232
8. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Adjust the flash output Applicable modes: Adjust the flash brightness when pictures taken with the flash are over or underexposed. 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Rec] > [Flash] > [Flash Adjust.] 2 Press 2/1 to set the flash output and then press [MENU/SET]. • - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 233
8. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Taking Pictures with Wireless Flashes Applicable modes: By using flashes that support wireless recording (DMW-FL360L/DMW-FL580L: optional), you can separately control the firing of three flash groups and the flash attached to the hot shoe - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 234
8. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Preparations: Attach the flash (DMW-FL360L/DMW-FL580L: optional) to the camera. 1 Set the wireless flashes to RC Mode and then place them. • Set a channel and groups for the wireless flash. 2 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Rec] > [Flash] > [Wireless] 3 Press 3/4 to - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 235
[Firing Mode] [TTL]: The camera automatically sets the output. [AUTO]: Flash output is set by the external flash. [MANUAL]: Set the luminosity ratio of the external flash manually. [OFF]: The flash on the camera side emits only communication light. [Flash Adjust.] Set the flash output of the - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 236
8. Stabilizer, Zoom and Flash Using other settings for wireless flash recording Enabling FP firing for the wireless flashes During wireless recording, an external flash fires an FP flash (high speed repetition of flash firing). This firing allows recording with the flash at a fast shutter speed. - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 237
9. Recording Motion Pictures Recording Motion Picture Applicable modes: This camera can record full high definition motion pictures compatible with the AVCHD format or motion pictures recorded in MP4. In addition, the camera can record 4K motion pictures in MP4. (P240) Audio will be recorded in - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 238
9. Recording Motion Pictures About the operation sound that is produced when you stop recording Since motion picture recording stops only after you press the motion picture button, the sound of the operation may be noticeable. If the sound bothers you, try the following: - Divide the last part of - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 239
performed for the ones not listed below. Selected Recording Mode - Program AE Mode - Aperture-Priority AE Mode - Shutter-Priority AE Mode - Manual Exposure Mode Recording Mode while recording motion picture Normal motion picture Not available in these cases: • Motion pictures cannot be recorded - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 240
9. Recording Motion Pictures Recording motion pictures in 4K Applicable modes: You can create finely-detailed motion pictures in 4K by recording motion pictures with their size set to [4K] in [Rec Quality]. • When recording motion pictures in 4K, use a card rated as UHS Speed Class 3. (P22) • The - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 241
9. Recording Motion Pictures Setting the format, size and recording frame rate Applicable modes: 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Motion Picture] > [Rec Format] 2 Press 3/4 to select the item and then press [MENU/SET]. [AVCHD] This data format is suitable for when playing back on a high- - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 242
9. Recording Motion Pictures When [MP4] is selected Item Size Recording frame rate Sensor output [4K/100M/30p] 3840k2160 30p 30 frames/second [4K/100M/24p] 3840k2160 24p 24 frames/second [FHD/28M/60p] 1920k1080 60p 60 frames/second [FHD/20M/30p] 1920k1080 [HD/10M/30p] 1280k720 30p - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 243
keeps focusing on subjects during recording. [OFF] The camera maintains the focus position at the start of recording. [ON]/[OFF] You can focus manually. (P158) • When the focus mode is set to [AFS], [AFF] or [AFC], if you press the shutter button halfway while recording a motion picture - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 244
9. Recording Motion Pictures Recording still pictures while recording motion pictures Applicable modes: You can record still pictures while recording a motion picture. (Simultaneous recording) During motion picture recording, press the shutter button fully to record a still picture. • - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 245
9. Recording Motion Pictures • The picture aspect ratio will be fixed to [16:9]. Not available in these cases: • This function is not available in the following cases: - When [Rec Format] is set to [MP4] and [Rec Quality] is set to [VGA/4M/30p] - When [Rec Format] is set to [AVCHD] and [Rec Quality] - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 246
[FHD/20M/30p] in [MP4]. • Using the smartphone/tablet app "Panasonic Image App", you can combine motion pictures recorded with the camera. Music you combine them. In addition, you can send the combined motion picture to a web service. (P305) 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Motion Picture] > [Snap - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 247
9. Recording Motion Pictures ∫ Changing the Snap Movie settings 1 Select [SET] in step 2 and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 Press 3/4 to select an item and then press [MENU/SET]. [Record time] Sets the recording time of motion pictures. [8SEC]/[6SEC]/[4SEC]/[2SEC] [Pull Focus] Allows dramatic imaging - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 248
fixed at the start position (first position) of Pull Focus. Not available in these cases: • This function is not available in the following cases: - In Manual Focus - When using the Digital Zoom - With lenses that only offer - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 249
9. Recording Motion Pictures Using the [Motion Picture] Menu For details on [Motion Picture] menu settings, refer to P63. • [Photo Style], [Filter Settings], [AFS/AFF], [Metering Mode], [Highlight Shadow], [i.Dynamic], [i.Resolution], [Diffraction Compensation] and [Digital Zoom] are common to both - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 250
9. Recording Motion Pictures [Ex. Tele Conv.] • Refer to P221 for details. [Flkr Decrease] Applicable modes: The shutter speed can be fixed to reduce the flicker or striping in the motion picture. Settings: [1/50]/[1/60]/[1/100]/[1/120]/[OFF] [Silent Operation] • Refer to P120 for details. [Mic - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 251
9. Recording Motion Pictures [Wind Noise Canceller] Applicable modes: This will reduce the wind noise coming into the built-in microphone while maintaining sound quality. Settings: [HIGH]/[STANDARD]/[OFF] • [HIGH] effectively reduces the wind noise by minimizing the low-pitched sound when a strong - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 252
Scroll] > [H] (High speed)/[L] (Low speed) Sending an image to a web service If you press 4 when displaying images one by one, you can easily send an image to a web service. (P317) ∫ To finish playback Press [(] again or press the shutter - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 253
10. Playing Back and Editing Images Playing Back Motion Pictures This unit was designed to play motion pictures using the AVCHD and MP4 formats. • Motion pictures are displayed with the motion picture icon A ([ ]). • 4K burst files recorded with the 4K Photo function are displayed with [ ]. - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 254
10. Playing Back and Editing Images ∫ Operations during automatic Snap Movie playback 3 Playback from the beginning 2 Back to previous picture 1 Ahead to next picture • If you touch the screen, automatic playback will stop. • To play back the motion pictures recorded by this unit on a PC, use the " - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 255
10. Playing Back and Editing Images Switching the Playback Method Using the Playback Zoom Rotate the rear dial right. 1k 2k 4k 8k 16k 2.0X • If the rear dial is rotated to the left after the image is enlarged, the magnification will be reduced. • You can also enlarge/reduce the image by - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 256
10. Playing Back and Editing Images ∫ To return to Normal Playback Press 3/4/2/1 to select a picture and then press [MENU/SET]. Displaying Pictures by Recording Date (Calendar Playback) 1 Rotate the rear dial left to display the Calendar screen. 2 Press 3/4/2/1 to select the recording date and - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 257
10. Playing Back and Editing Images Playing Back Group Pictures A picture group consists of multiple pictures. You can play back pictures in a group either continuously or one by one. • You can edit or delete all pictures in a group at once. (For example, if you delete a picture group, all pictures - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 258
10. Playing Back and Editing Images Playing back each Group Pictures 1 Press 4. 2 • The same operation can be performed by touching [ SUB MENU ]. Press 3/4 to select [Display In Group], and then press [MENU/SET]. SUB MENU 1/98 SLF 3 Press 2/1 to flip through images. • Pressing 4 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 259
10. Playing Back and Editing Images Deleting Pictures Once deleted, pictures cannot be recovered. • Pictures that are not in the DCF standard or those that are protected cannot be deleted. To delete a single picture 1 In Playback Mode, select the picture to delete and then press [ ]. • The same - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 260
10. Playing Back and Editing Images To delete multiple pictures (up to 100¢) or all the pictures ¢ Picture groups are treated as a single picture. (All the pictures in the selected picture group will be deleted.) 1 In Playback Mode, press [ ]. 2 Press 3/4 to select [Delete Multi] or [Delete All] - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 261
10. Playing Back and Editing Images Using the [Playback] Menu With this menu, you can use various playback functions such as cropping and other editing of recorded images, protect settings, etc. • With [RAW Processing], [Clear Retouch], [Text Stamp], [Time Lapse Video], [Stop Motion Video], [Resize - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 262
10. Playing Back and Editing Images [2D/3D Settings] Playback methods for the 3D pictures can be switched. • This is a menu that is only displayed when 3D playback is possible. Refer to P351 for details. [Slide Show] You can play back the pictures you have taken in synchronization with music, and - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 263
10. Playing Back and Editing Images ∫ Changing the slide show settings You can change the settings for slide show playback by selecting [Effect] or [Setup] on the slide show menu screen. [Effect] This allows you to select the screen effects when switching from one picture to the next. [AUTO]/[ - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 264
10. Playing Back and Editing Images [Playback Mode] Playback in [Normal Play], [Picture Only], [Video Only], [4K PHOTO], [3D Play], [Category Play] or [Favorite Play] can be selected. 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Playback] > [Playback Mode] 2 Select the group to play back by pressing 3/4, - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 265
(latitude and longitude) on images. • You can send location information and write it on images using a smartphone. (P301) • You need to install "Panasonic Image App" on your smartphone. (P289) • Read the [Help] in the "Image App" menu for further details on how to operate. Preparation: Sending - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 266
10. Playing Back and Editing Images [RAW Processing] You can process the pictures taken in RAW format. The processed pictures will be saved in JPEG format. You can check how effects are applied to each picture while processing it. 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Playback] > [RAW Processing] 2 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 267
10. Playing Back and Editing Images 4 Press [MENU/SET] and set. • The setting method differs according to the item. For details, refer to "How to set each item" on P267. 5 Press [MENU/SET]. • This operation returns you to the screen in step 3. To set other items, repeat steps 3 through 5. 6 Select [ - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 268
10. Playing Back and Editing Images On the comparison screen, you can use the following operations to make adjustments: A Current setting Button Touch operation operation Description of operation 0 2/1 / Dragging Selects a setting. [DISP.] [MENU/SET] [DISP.] [Set] Returns you to the - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 269
10. Playing Back and Editing Images [Clear Retouch] You can erase unnecessary parts recorded on the pictures taken. • The erasure operation can only be performed by touching. [Clear Retouch] automatically enables the touch operation. 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Playback] > [Clear Retouch] - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 270
10. Playing Back and Editing Images • Pictures may appear unnatural because the background of deleted parts is artificially created. • For group pictures, perform [Clear Retouch] on each picture. (They cannot be edited at once.) • When [Clear Retouch] is performed on group pictures, they are saved - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 271
10. Playing Back and Editing Images [Title Edit] You can add text (comments) to pictures. After text has been registered, it can be stamped in prints using [Text Stamp] (P271). 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Playback] > [Title Edit] > [Single]/[Multi] 2 Select the picture. (P261) • ['] is - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 272
10. Playing Back and Editing Images 4 Press 3/4 to select text stamp items, and then press [MENU/SET]. 5 Press 3/4 to select the settings, and then press [MENU/SET]. [W/O TIME]: Stamp the year, month and date. [Shooting Date] [WITH TIME]: Stamp the year, month, day, hour and minutes. [OFF] [] - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 273
10. Playing Back and Editing Images • When you print pictures stamped with text, the date will be printed over the stamped text if you specify printing of the date at the photo shop or on the printer. • You can set up to 100 pictures at one time in [Multi]. • The picture quality may deteriorate when - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 274
10. Playing Back and Editing Images [Video Divide] Recorded motion picture can be divided in two. It is recommended for when you want to divide a part you need with a part you do not need. Dividing a motion picture is permanent. Decide before you divide! 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Playback] - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 275
10. Playing Back and Editing Images [Time Lapse Video] This function allows you to create a motion picture from a picture group recorded with [Time Lapse Shot]. The created motion picture is saved in MP4 recording format. 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Playback] > [Time Lapse Video] 2 Select - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 276
10. Playing Back and Editing Images [Resize] To allow easy posting to web pages, attachment to e-mail etc., picture size (number of pixels) is reduced. 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Playback] > [Resize] > [Single]/[Multi] 2 Select the picture and size. [Single] setting 1 Press 2/1 to select - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 277
10. Playing Back and Editing Images • You can set up to 100 pictures at one time in [Multi]. • The picture quality of the resized picture will deteriorate. Not available in these cases: • This function is not available in the following cases: - Motion pictures - 4K burst files - Pictures taken in - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 278
10. Playing Back and Editing Images [Cropping] You can enlarge and then clip the important part of the recorded picture. 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Playback] > [Cropping] 2 Press 2/1 to select the picture, and then press [MENU/SET]. 3 Use the rear dial and press 3/4/2/1 to select the parts - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 279
allows you to automatically display pictures vertically if they were recorded holding the camera vertically or rotate pictures manually in 90o steps. [Rotate] (The picture is rotated manually) • The [Rotate] function is disabled when [Rotate Disp.] is set to [OFF]. 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 280
10. Playing Back and Editing Images [Favorite] You can do the following if a mark has been added to pictures and they have been set as favorites. • Play back the pictures set as favorites only as a slide show. • Play back only the pictures set as favorites. ([Favorite Play]) • Delete all the - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 281
of prints will be applied to every picture in the group. For more information visit: http://panasonic.jp/dc/dpof_110/white_e.htm 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Playback] > [Print store or refer to the operating instructions for the printer. • The date print feature is disabled for pictures that are - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 282
10. Playing Back and Editing Images • The number of prints can be set from 0 to 999. • Depending on the printer, the date print settings of the printer may take precedence so check if this is the case. • It may not be possible to use the print settings with other equipment. In this case, cancel all - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 283
10. Playing Back and Editing Images [Face Rec Edit] You can clear and replace all information relating to face recognition in selected images. 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Playback] > [Face Rec Edit] > [REPLACE]/[DELETE] 2 Press 2/1 to select the picture and then press [MENU/SET]. 3 Press - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 284
10. Playing Back and Editing Images [Delete Confirmation] This sets which option, [Yes] or [No], will be highlighted first when the confirmation screen for deleting a picture is displayed. It is set to ["No" first] at the time of purchase. Yes No 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Playback] > [ - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 285
) You can send pictures and motion pictures to an SNS, etc. via "LUMIX CLUB". By using [Cloud Sync. Service], you can receive pictures and motion pictures on a PC or smartphone. This owner's manual refers to both smartphones and tablets as "smartphones" from this point on unless noted otherwise. 285 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 286
, you can easily transfer data necessary for a Wi-Fi connection between this camera and the smartphone/tablet. ∫ About the [Wi-Fi] button In this owner's manual, a function button to which [Wi-Fi] is assigned is referred to as the [Wi-Fi] button. (At the time of purchase, [Wi-Fi] is assigned - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 287
Address] Displays the MAC address and IP address of this unit. ¢1 These items are not displayed when you send the displayed image to a web service by pressing 4. (P317) ¢2 This is not displayed when the destination of [Remote Shooting & View], [Playback on TV] or [Send Images Stored in the Camera - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 288
battery or move to an area without any reception while sending images. • The monitor display may become distorted for an instant while connected to the service, however this will not affect the image being sent. 288 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 289
on the camera or save them to the smartphone. • You need to install "Panasonic Image App" (referred to as "Image App" from this point on) on provided in these operating instructions may differ from your device depending on the supported OS and "Image App" version. • The service may not be able to - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 290
to set up a connection using the NFC function up a connection P293 P291 P293 • You can also set up a connection by entering a password manually. For details, refer to P294. • When terminating the connection, refer to P296. For both iOS devices (iPhone/iPod touch/iPad) and Android devices - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 291
security. You can use the NFC function, scan a QR code or manually enter a password to set up a connection. When using an Android the smartphone, the NFC function of the smartphone is disabled. Read the operating instructions of your smartphone and enable it. 1 On the smartphone, start "Image App - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 292
11. Using the Wi-Fi/NFC Function • You can register up to 20 smartphones. When the number exceeds 20, registrations will be deleted, starting from the oldest touched one. • Performing [Reset Wi-Fi Settings] will delete the smartphone registration. • If the camera is not recognized even when touching - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 293
11. Using the Wi-Fi/NFC Function For both iOS devices (iPhone/iPod touch/iPad) and Android devices Using the QR code to set up a connection • To scan a QR code with "Image App" on an iOS device, iOS 7.0 or later is required. Preparations: Set [Wi-Fi Password] to [ON]. ( MENU > [Setup] > [Wi-Fi] > - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 294
11. Using the Wi-Fi/NFC Function For both iOS devices (iPhone/iPod touch/iPad) and Android devices Manually entering a password to set up a connection Preparations: Set [Wi-Fi Password] to [ON]. ( MENU > [Setup] > [Wi-Fi] > [Wi-Fi Setup] > [Wi-Fi Password] > [ON]) 1 Select - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 295
. ¢ WPS is a function that allows you to easily set up a connection with a wireless LAN device and make security-related settings. To check whether your smartphone supports the function, refer to the operating instructions of the smartphone. On your smartphone 2 Start "Image App". (P289) 295 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 296
11. Using the Wi-Fi/NFC Function For both iOS devices (iPhone/iPod touch/iPad) and Android devices Terminating the connection After use, terminate the connection to the smartphone. 1 Select the camera's menu items to terminate the Wi-Fi connection. MENU > [Setup] > [Wi-Fi] > [Wi-Fi Function] • - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 297
11. Using the Wi-Fi/NFC Function ∫ Taking a picture while jumping When you hold your smartphone and jump, the camera's shutter can be released automatically as the smartphone detects the peak of the jump. This function is convenient for taking a picture while jumping. Operate the smartphone Select - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 298
11. Using the Wi-Fi/NFC Function Playing back images in the camera 1 Connect to a smartphone. (P290) 2 Operate the smartphone. 1 Select [ ]. • You can switch the images to be displayed by selecting the icon (A) on the top left of the screen. To display images stored in the camera, - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 299
11. Using the Wi-Fi/NFC Function Using the NFC function to easily transfer images on the camera A Wi-Fi connection using NFC function is possible by touching the smartphone to this unit, and you can easily transfer images displayed on the screen. An image can be sent on site immediately after taking - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 300
the camera, select [LUMIX]. 2 Touch and hold an image, and drag it to send it to an SNS, etc. • The image is sent to a web service such as an SNS. • The function can be assigned to the top, bottom, left or right according to your preference. 300 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 301
11. Using the Wi-Fi/NFC Function Adding location information to images stored in the camera from a smartphone/tablet You can send location information acquired with a smartphone to the camera. After sending the information, you can also write it on images stored in the camera. • Once the location - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 302
11. Using the Wi-Fi/NFC Function ∫ Writing the location information to the images (Preparation on the camera) Connect to a smartphone. (P290) 4 Operate the smartphone. 1 Start "Image App". (P289) 2 Select [ ]. 3 Select [Geotagging]. 4 Select [ ] to send and write the location information. • Follow - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 303
11. Using the Wi-Fi/NFC Function Using the NFC function to add location information to images on the camera You can write location information recorded with the smartphone to an image being played back using the NFC function. The NFC function is not available for iOS devices (iPhone/iPod touch/iPad - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 304
11. Using the Wi-Fi/NFC Function ∫ Writing the location information to the image (Preparation on the smartphone) 1Start "Image App". (P289) 2Select [ ]. 3Select [Geotagging]. 4 Play back the picture in the camera. 5 Touch the smartphone to [ ] of the camera. • The location information will be - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 305
and save the combined file on the smartphone or upload it on a web service. • Read the [Help] in the "Image App" menu for further details App" requires a smartphone that supports Android OS 4.3 or higher. • The iPhone 4 and iPod touch (4th generation) do not support [Snap Movie] of the "Image - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 306
NFC Function Displaying pictures on a TV You can display pictures on a TV that supports the Digital Media Renderer (DMR) function of the DLNA standard. Preparations Set the TV to DLNA waiting mode. • Read the operating instructions for your TV. 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Setup] > [Wi-Fi] > [Wi - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 307
¢1, 2 4K Burst File¢1 3D [Smartphone] (P310) ± [PC] (P313) ± [Cloud Sync. Service] (P318) ± [Web service] (P315) ± [AV device] (P312) ± [Printer]¢1 (P311) ± - ±¢3 - ± ± manual of the destination equipment or the web service for more information on how to playback pictures. 307 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 308
11. Using the Wi-Fi/NFC Function Send Images While Recording A picture can be automatically sent to a specified device every time you take it. • When connected with [Send Images While Recording], [ ] is displayed on the recording screen, and [ ] is displayed while sending a file. • To - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 309
. [ON]: Do not send images. [OFF]: Delete images from the oldest ones, then send new images. ¢1 Only available when the destination is set to [Web service]. ¢2 Only available when the destination is set to [PC]. ¢3 Only available when the destination is set to [Cloud Sync - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 310
set. 3 Start "Image App". (P289) When connecting with [Wi-Fi Direct] or [WPS Connection] in [Direct]: 1 Start "Image App". (P289) When connecting with [Manual Connection] in [Direct]: 1 Turn on the Wi-Fi function. 2 Select the SSID that matches the one displayed on the screen of this unit. 3 Start - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 311
images to a compatible printer, and print them wirelessly. Preparations To print out recorded pictures wirelessly, you must use a printer that supports PictBridge (wireless LAN)¢. ¢ Compliant with the DPS over IP standards. • For details on the PictBridge (wireless LAN-compatible) printer, contact - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 312
access point B Home AV device Preparations When sending a picture to AV devices, set your device to DLNA waiting mode. • Read the operating instructions of your device for details. 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Setup] > [Wi-Fi] > [Wi-Fi Function] > [New Connection] > [Send Images While - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 313
a new folder, or set a password to the folder, select [Create manually]. • For details, refer to the operating instructions of "PHOTOfunSTUDIO" (PDF). ∫ When not using "PHOTOfunSTUDIO" (For Windows) Supported OS: Windows Vista/Windows 7/Windows 8/Windows 8.1 Example: Windows 7 1 Select a folder - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 314
Supported OS: OS X v10.5 to v10.10 Example: OS X v10.8 1 Select a folder you intend to use for receiving, then click on the items in the following order. [File] [Get Info] 2 Enable sharing of the folder. • For details, refer to the operating instructions displayed, select [Manual Input], and enter - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 315
, the time and date when the images was taken, and the location where the image was taken. Check this information before uploading images to web services. • Panasonic assumes no responsibility for the damages resulting from the leakage, loss, etc. of images uploaded on web - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 316
" site using a smartphone or computer. http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ 2 Enter your "LUMIX CLUB" login ID and password and log in to the service. (P319) 3 Register your email address. 4 Select the web service to be used and register it. • Follow the instructions on the screen to register the - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 317
with simple operations Once you send an image, you can send other images to a web service with simple, smartphone-like operations in an environment where a wireless access point connection is available. (The instructions below assume that you are already registered to "LUMIX CLUB" and the camera has - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 318
"PHOTOfunSTUDIO" to set up Cloud Sync settings. For a smartphone, use "Image App" to set them up. • If you set the picture destination to [Cloud Sync. Service], sent pictures are temporarily saved in the cloud folder, and they can be synchronized with the device in use, such as the PC or smartphone - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 319
unit and a smartphone. (P322) Refer to the "LUMIX CLUB" site for details. http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ Please note: • The service may be suspended due to regular maintenance or unexpected troubles, and the service contents may be changed or added, without prior notice to the users. • The - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 320
11. Using the Wi-Fi/NFC Function 5 Read through the "LUMIX CLUB" terms of use and select [Agree]. • You can switch pages by 3/4. • You can enlarge (2k) the display by rotating the rear dial to the right. • You can reset the enlarged display to its original size (1k) by rotating the rear dial to - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 321
11. Using the Wi-Fi/NFC Function Using the acquired login ID/Checking or changing the login ID or password ([Set Login ID]) Preparation: When using the acquired login ID, check the ID and password. To change the "LUMIX CLUB" password on the camera, access the "LUMIX CLUB" website from your - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 322
is convenient for sending images on this unit to other devices or web services. When either this unit or the smartphone/tablet has acquired the login ID You can also set a common login ID by following the on-screen instructions. • This operation is not available for [Wi-Fi Direct] connection. - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 323
message is displayed. Select [Next]. 4 Select [Yes] on the confirmation screen for deleting the "LUMIX CLUB" account. • If you want to continue using the service, selecting [No] will only delete the login ID. Exit the menu after it is executed. 5 Select [Next]. • The login ID is deleted, and then - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 324
11. Using the Wi-Fi/NFC Function About Connections If you have selected [New Connection], select a Wi-Fi function and destination first, and then select a connection method. If you have selected [Select a destination from History] or [Select a destination from Favorite], you can connect with the - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 325
the PIN code displayed on the camera screen into the wireless access point. 3 Press [MENU/SET] of the camera. • Refer to the wireless access point instruction manual for details. Select this option when you are not sure about the WPS compatibility, or when you want to search for and connect to - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 326
to. • Pressing [DISP.] will search for a wireless access point again. • If no wireless access point is found, refer to "When connecting with [Manual Input]" on P326. 2 (If network authentication is encrypted) Enter the encryption key. • For details on how to enter characters, refer to "Entering Text - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 327
instruction manual and settings when saving a wireless access point. • If no connection can be established, the wireless access point's radio waves may be too weak. Refer to "Message Display" (P362) and "Troubleshooting are using. Select the connection method supported by your device. [Wi-Fi Direct - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 328
11. Using the Wi-Fi/NFC Function Connecting quickly with the same settings as the previous ones ([Select a destination from History]/[Select a destination from Favorite]) When the Wi-Fi function is used, a record is saved in the history. You can register records as favorites. Using the history or - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 329
11. Using the Wi-Fi/NFC Function Editing the history registered to favorites 1 Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Setup] > [Wi-Fi] > [Wi-Fi Function] > [Select a destination from Favorite] 2 Select the favorite history you want to edit, and then press 1. 3 Select the item. [Remove from Favorite] [ - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 330
11. Using the Wi-Fi/NFC Function [Wi-Fi Setup] Menu Configure the settings required for the Wi-Fi function. The settings cannot be changed when connected to Wi-Fi. Select the menu. (P63) MENU > [Setup] > [Wi-Fi] > [Wi-Fi Setup] > Desired item to be set [Wi-Fi Password] You can improve security - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 331
11. Using the Wi-Fi/NFC Function [NFC Operation] Configures the settings for the NFC function. [ON]: NFC function is worked. [OFF] [Touch Sharing] Sets the camera operation after the connection with the NFC function is complete. [ON]: When a Wi-Fi connection is complete by using the NFC function - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 332
Back on a TV Screen By connecting the camera to a TV that supports motion pictures in 4K and playing back motion pictures recorded with their size the card into the SD card slot of a TV that supports motion pictures in 4K. • Read the operating instructions for the TV. ∫ Watching on a PC To play - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 333
Disk or DVD You cannot dub motion pictures recorded with their size set to [4K] in [Rec Quality] to Blu-ray discs and DVDs with Panasonic recorders. (As of July 2015) With the "PHOTOfunSTUDIO " software on the DVD (supplied), you can convert 4K motion pictures into smaller sized motion pictures or - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 334
12. Connecting to other equipment Playing Back Pictures on a TV Screen Pictures recorded with this unit can be played back on a TV screen. Preparations: Turn this unit and the TV off. • Confirm the terminals on your TV and use a cable compatible with the terminals. Image quality may vary with the - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 335
12. Connecting to other equipment To connect with an AV cable (optional) • Always use a genuine Panasonic AV cable (DMW-AVC1: optional). • Check the [TV Aspect]. (P80) • Audio will be played viewing. • No sound is output from the camera speakers. • Read the operating instructions for the TV. 335 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 336
devices made by other companies that are compatible with VIERA Link, refer to the operating instructions for the respective devices. • This unit supports "VIERA Link Ver.5" function. "VIERA Link Ver.5" is the standard for Panasonic's VIERA Link compatible equipment. This standard is compatible with - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 337
connection, on some TV's it may be necessary to manually select the HDMI connection you are using. In this Panasonic TV are different depending on the types of Panasonic TVs even if they are compatible with VIERA Link. Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for the operations are supported - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 338
camera. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your PC. • If the computer being used does not support SDXC Memory Cards, a message prompting you If the card is not recognized, please refer to the below support site. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html ∫ PC that can be - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 339
to the "Help" or the Ichikawa Soft Laboratory's support website: http://www.isl.co.jp/SILKYPIX/english/p/support/ • LoiLoScope 30 day full trial version (Windows Vista to use LoiLoScope, read the LoiLoScope manual available for download at the link below. Manual URL: http://loilo.tv/product/20 339 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 340
operating instructions of "PHOTOfunSTUDIO" (PDF file) for further operating environment. • For details on "SILKYPIX Developer Studio", please read the support site PC will be installed. • On the Mac, SILKYPIX can be installed manually. 1 Insert the DVD with the supplied software. 2 Double-click - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 341
to incorrect terminals. Doing so may cause malfunction. • Do not use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). A USB connection cable (supplied) B Insert the USB connection cable so that its [ ] mark will face the - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 342
12. Connecting to other equipment ∫ Copying to a PC without using "PHOTOfunSTUDIO " If you are not able to install "PHOTOfunSTUDIO", you can copy files and folders to your PC by dragging and dropping files from this unit. • The content (folder structure) on the card of this unit is as follows. For - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 343
(MP4 format) with [Aspect Ratio] set to an option other than [16:9] to hard disk drives, including those of Panasonic recorders. (As of July 2015) • See the operating instructions for the recorder about the details about copying and playing back. ∫ Dubbing with non-compatible equipment You can dub - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 344
the camera to a printer supporting PictBridge, you can select the pictures to be printed out and instruct that printing be started on the use any other USB connection cables except the supplied one or a genuine Panasonic USB connection cable (DMW-USBC1: optional). A USB connection cable (supplied) - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 345
12. Connecting to other equipment • Use a battery with sufficient battery power or the AC adaptor (optional). If the remaining battery power becomes low while the camera and the printer are connected, the status indicator blinks and the alarm beeps. If this happens during printing, stop printing at - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 346
12. Connecting to other equipment Selecting a single picture and printing it 1 Press 2/1 to select the picture and then press [MENU/SET]. 2 Press 3 to select [Print start] and then press [MENU/SET]. • Refer to P347 for the items that can be set before starting to print the pictures. • Disconnect - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 347
you want to print pictures on a paper size or a layout which is not supported by the camera, set [Paper Size] or [Page Layout] to [{] and paper size or the layout on the printer. (For details, refer to the operating instructions of the printer.) • When [Print Set (DPOF)] has been selected, the [Print - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 348
[10k15cm] 100 mmk150 mm [4qk6q] 101.6 mmk152.4 mm [8qk10q] [LETTER] 203.2 mmk254 mm 216 mmk279.4 mm [CARD SIZE] 54 mmk85.6 mm • Paper sizes not supported by the printer will not be displayed. ∫ [Page Layout] (Layouts for printing that can be set with this unit) { Settings on the printer are - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 349
camera is receiving an error message from the printer when the [¥] indication lights orange during printing. After finishing printing, make sure there are no problems with the printer. • If the number of prints is high, the pictures may be printed several times. In this case, the remaining number of - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 350
pictures for extra impact. To view 3D pictures, a television that supports 3D is required. 1 Attach the 3D interchangeable lens to the camera to [4:3], and the quality is set to [ ].) • Read the operating instructions of the 3D interchangeable lens for details. Not available in these cases: • - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 351
[VIERA Link] is set to [ON] and the camera is connected to a TV supporting VIERA Link, input of the TV will be switched automatically and playback screen will be refer to the operating instructions of the TV.) • 3D pictures can be saved to your computer or Panasonic devices. (P338, 343) 351 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 352
following feature will be disabled: (Recording functions) • Auto Focus/Manual Focus operation • Zoom operation • 4K Photo recording • Aperture ]/[Focus/Release Priority]/[AF+MF]/[MF Assist]/ [MF Assist Display]/[MF Guide]/[Rec Area]/[Remaining Disp.]/[Video Button]/[Power Zoom Lens]/[Touch AF] ([ - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 353
prevent the camera from falling. • If the noises are recorded when you use an AC adaptor (optional), use a battery. • For details, refer to the operating instructions of the external microphone. 353 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 354
to the shutter button on the camera. • Always use a genuine Panasonic shutter remote control (DMW-RSL1: optional). • Record with Creative Video started/stopped with the shutter remote control. • Read the operating instructions of the shutter remote control for details. Not available in these - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 355
AC adaptor, a DC coupler (optional) is required. • Always use a genuine Panasonic AC adaptor (optional). • When using an AC adaptor, use the AC cable supplied the coupler cover, and close it firmly. • Also read the operating instructions for the AC adaptor and DC coupler. Filters (optional) The MC - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 356
13. Others Monitor Display/Viewfinder Display • The following images are examples of when the display screen is set to [ style) in the monitor. In recording ] (monitor 60p 4:3 L AFS ラュン Fn8 ʷ Fn9 MINI F Fn10 SS Fn11 SNAP Fn12 ISO AEL 3.5 60 BKT 0 200 AWB 98 1 EXPS - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 357
) AE Lock (P165) Metering Mode (P62, 171) Program Shift (P95) Aperture value (P46) Shutter speed (P46) Exposure compensation value (P167) Manual Exposure Assistance (P100) ISO sensitivity (P168) White Balance Bracket (P132) White Balance Fine Adjustment (P131) White Balance (P129) Color (P91) Number - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 358
13. Others 6 Touch tab (P60) Touch zoom (P225) ʷ Touch Shutter (P61) Touch AE (P62) AE Peaking (P164) Fn8 Fn9 Fn10 Fn11 Fn12 SNAP Function button (P71) Color (P91) Defocus control function (P90, 109) Type of defocus ([Miniature Effect]) (P115) / / (P120) One point color (P117) Position - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 359
Mode (P48) Aperture value (P46) Shutter speed (P46) Battery indication (P25) 2 ISO AUTO 0 0 ISO sensitivity (P168) Exposure compensation value (P167) Manual Exposure Assistance (P100) A› 4:3 L Wi-Fi Fn 4 Quality (P134) Picture size/Aspect Ratio (P133) Wi-Fi (P286) Function button setting (P70 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 360
13. Others In playback 1 4:3 L 1/98 SLF 67'$< PRQWK GD\V F3.5 60 2 0 00 AWB 1 Playback Mode (P264) 3D Protected picture (P282) Number of prints (P281) Location Information display (P265) Ü Favorites (P280) å Cable disconnect prohibit icon (P345) Motion - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 361
13. Others In playback Detailed information display F3.5 60 0 WB AWB ISO 200 AFS P STD. 10:00 DEC.1.2015 4:3 L s RGB 100-0001 1 Recording information Intelligent Dynamic Range Control¢3 (P136) HDR¢4 (P137)/iHDR¢4 (P89) Intelligent Resolution (P136) Shading Compensation¢4 (P138) 2 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 362
stopped operating normally due to being pressed on by a hand etc. Turn the camera off and on. If the message persists, contact the dealer or Panasonic. 362 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 363
13. Others [Memory Card Error]/[This memory card cannot be used] • Use a card compatible with this unit. (P22) [Insert SD card again]/[Try another card] • An error has occurred accessing the card. Insert the card again. • Insert a different card. [Read Error/Write Error Please check the card] • It - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 364
Use a genuine Panasonic battery. If this message is displayed even when a genuine Panasonic battery is used, contact the dealer or Panasonic. • If the point is not turned on. - Setting of the wireless access point is not supported by this unit. • Check the network setting of the destination. • Radio - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 365
. Configure the settings on a PC with "PHOTOfunSTUDIO" or on a smartphone with "Image App". Refer to P318 for details on [Cloud Sync. Service]. [Connection failed] • Check following regarding the smartphones you intend to connect. - The smartphone does not operate. - Change the access point to - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 366
" from your smartphone or PC, and set the login details of the destination web service. [Both picture and video sharing service cannot be selected together] • Web services designed only for pictures, and web services designed only for motion pictures cannot be selected at the same time. Deselect one - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 367
13. Others Menu list [Rec] P367 [Setup] P375 [Motion Picture] P370 [Playback] P377 [Custom] P372 • [Photo Style], [Filter Settings], [AFS/AFF], [Metering Mode], [Highlight Shadow], [i.Dynamic], [i.Resolution], [Diffraction Compensation] and [Digital Zoom] are common to both the [Rec] menu and [ - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 368
13. Others [iHDR] There is, for example, strong contrast between the background and the subject, multiple still pictures are recorded with differing exposures and combined to create a single still picture rich in gradation. [HDR] You can combine 3 pictures with different levels of exposure into - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 369
13. Others [Ex. Tele Conv.] [Digital Zoom] [Color Space] [Stabilizer] [Face Recog.] [Profile Setup] When the number of pixels is set to anything other than [L], the Tele effect is increased without degradation in image quality. P221 Increases the Tele effect. The higher the level of magnification - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 370
13. Others [Motion Picture] [Photo Style] [Filter Settings] [Snap Movie] [Rec Format] [Rec Quality] [Exposure Mode] [AFS/AFF] [Picture Mode] [Continuous AF] [Metering Mode] [Highlight Shadow] [i.Dynamic] (Intelligent dynamic range control) [i.Resolution] [Diffraction Compensation] [Luminance Level - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 371
13. Others [Digital Zoom] [Flkr Decrease] [Silent Operation] [Mic Level Disp.] [Mic Level Adj.] [Wind Noise Canceller] Increases the Tele effect. The higher the level of magnification, the greater the degradation in image quality. The shutter speed can be fixed to reduce the flicker or striping in - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 372
] Sets whether MF Assist (enlarged screen) will appear in a windowed screen display or in a full screen display. P160 [MF Guide] When you set the focus manually, an MF guide that allows you to check the direction to achieve focus is displayed. P163 [Peaking] In-focus portions are highlighted - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 373
display or not display the histogram. This will set the pattern of guide lines displayed when taking a picture. Displays [+], which indicates the center of the chosen aperture and shutter speed on the recording screen in Manual Exposure Mode. P101 Set whether or not to display the exposure meter - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 374
[Auto Review] [Fn Button Set] [Q.MENU] [Dial Set.] [Video Button] [Power Zoom Lens] [Eye Sensor] [Touch Settings] [Touch Scroll] [Menu Guide] [Shoot w/o Lens] This will switch display between the number of recordable pictures and available recording time. P35 Displays a picture immediately after - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 375
13. Others [Setup] [Clock Set] [World Time] [Travel Date] [Wi-Fi] [Beep] [Live View Mode] [Monitor Display]/ [Viewfinder] [Monitor Luminance] [Economy] [USB Mode] [TV Connection] [Menu Resume] [Menu Background] [Menu Information] [Language] [Version Disp.] Setting Date/Time. P40 Sets the times - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 376
13. Others [Self Timer Auto Off] Set this item to cancel the self-timer when you turn off the camera. P82 [No.Reset] Returns the image file number to 0001. P82 [Reset] The recording or setup/custom settings are reset to the default. P82 Reset all settings in the [Wi-Fi] menu to factory - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 377
from the Stop Motion Animation group. P275 Reduces the image size (number of pixels). P276 Crops the recorded image. P278 Rotate pictures manually in 90o steps. P279 This mode allows you to display pictures vertically if they were recorded holding the camera vertically. P279 Marks can - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 378
13. Others Troubleshooting First, try out the following procedures (P378 to P393). If the problem is not resolved, it may be improved by selecting [Reset] (P82) on the [Setup] menu. Battery and power source The camera cannot be operated even - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 379
13. Others The recorded picture is whitish. • Picture might look whitish when lens or image sensor gets dirty with fingerprints or similar. > If the lens is dirty turn the camera off and then gently wipe the lens surface with a soft, dry cloth. > Refer to P395 when the image sensor gets dirty. The - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 380
and fixing the shutter speed. It is possible to select a shutter speed from [1/50], [1/60], [1/100], or [1/120]. You can set the shutter speed manually in the Creative Video Mode. (P119) Stripes appear in high ISO sensitivity. • Stripes may appear in high ISO sensitivity or depending on the lens you - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 381
13. Others Bright spot not in subject is recorded. • There may be defective pixels in the image sensor. > Perform [Pixel Refresh] (P83). Subject cannot be locked. (AF tracking not possible) • Set the AF area to the distinctive color of the subject if there is a part that is different from the - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 382
13. Others When recording a motion picture, the screen may go dark. • When recording a motion picture, the screen may go dark after a certain period to reduce battery consumption, but this will not affect the recorded motion picture. The screen may be blacked out momentarily, or the unit may record - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 383
function does not work. • The Image Stabilizer function of the interchangeable lens (H-FS1442A) only works correctly with supported cameras. > When older Panasonic digital cameras (DMC-GF1/DMC-GH1/DMC-G1) are used, [Stabilizer] in the [Rec] menu cannot be set to [OFF]. It is recommended to - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 384
flash is not activated. (P206) > Set [Silent Mode] to [OFF]. The flash is activated 2 times. • (Except for when [Firing Mode] in [Flash] is set to [MANUAL]) The flash is activated 2 times. The interval between the first and second flash is longer when Red-Eye Reduction (P229) is set so the subject - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 385
The color tone of the viewfinder differs from the actual tone. • Being a characteristic of the viewfinder of this unit, this phenomenon is not a problem. Recorded images are not affected. Playback The picture being played back is not rotated, or is rotated in an unexpected direction, when displayed - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 386
13. Others The folder number and the file number are displayed as [-] and the screen turns black. • Is this a non-standard picture, a picture which has been edited using a PC or a picture which was taken by another make of digital camera? • Did you remove the battery immediately after picture-taking - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 387
> Change the location and orientation of the wireless access point. > Perform the [Manual Input]. (P326) • It may not display even if the radio waves exist depending depending on the wireless access point. (Refer to the operating instructions of the wireless access point.) • Is the 5 GHz/2.4 GHz - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 388
the information in the login screen of "LUMIX CLUB". http://lumixclub.panasonic.net/eng/c/ I do not have a wireless access point at my home, but I would like to perform service user registration of the "LUMIX CLUB". • Service user registration for the "LUMIX CLUB" is not possible in the environment - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 389
to the wireless access point is far. > Transmit closer to the wireless access point. The image that was supposed to have uploaded to the web service is not there. • Upload may not complete when it is disconnected while transmitting the image. • It may take some time after uploading the image to - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 390
13. Others Your "LUMIX CLUB" login ID and password were deleted after sending the camera in to be repaired. • The settings stored in the camera may be deleted depending on the type of repair. > Always make a copy of important settings. I have forgotten the password for the Wi-Fi. • Execute the [ - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 391
. > Turn this unit off and on. > Set [HDAVI Control] to [Off] on the TV and then turn it back to [On]. (Refer to the operating instructions of the TV for details.) Cannot communicate with the PC. • Is the camera recognized by the PC correctly? > Set to [PC] in [USB Mode]. (P79 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 392
used.) • Check if your PC is compatible with SDXC memory cards. http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html • A message prompting to format the card > Please use a printer that supports panorama pictures. (For details, please see the operating instructions of your printer.) > We recommend - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 393
13. Others There is a sound from lens unit. • It is a sound of lens movement or aperture operation when this unit is turned on or off, and it is not a malfunction. • The sound, which is caused by the automatic adjustment of the aperture, is heard when the brightness has changed due to, for example, - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 394
13. Others Cautions for Use Optimal use of the camera Keep this unit as far away as possible from electromagnetic equipment (such as microwave ovens, TVs, video games etc.). • If you use this unit on top of or near a TV, the pictures and/or sound on this unit may be disrupted by electromagnetic wave - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 395
or the coating may peel off. • When using a chemical cloth, be sure to follow the accompanying instructions. ∫ About dirt on the image sensor This camera features an interchangeable lens system so dirt may get cannot remove the dirt or dust with the blower, consult the dealer or Panasonic. 395 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 396
scratches on the camera's mount. However, those scratches do not affect the performance of this unit. For the replacement of the lens mount rubber, contact Panasonic. 396 - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 397
13. Others Battery The battery is a rechargeable lithium ion battery. Its ability to generate power comes from the chemical reaction that takes place inside it. This reaction is susceptible to the surrounding temperature and humidity. If the temperature is too high or too low, the operating time of - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 398
13. Others About 3D ∫ About 3D recording With the 3D interchangeable lens attached, do not record a subject at less than the minimum focus distance. • The 3D effects may be more pronounced, and therefore cause tiredness or discomfort. • When the 3D interchangeable lens (H-FT012: optional) is used, - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 399
• Please contact the dealer where you purchased the camera or Panasonic if above operations are not possible due to malfunction. When transferring titles, recording dates, and location information. When uploading images on web services, check carefully, and then upload. When not using the camera for - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 400
-TA1: optional) before mounting on the tripod/unipod. • Read the operating instructions for the tripod or unipod carefully. About the shoulder strap • If you in countries other than those where this camera is sold, and Panasonic takes no responsibility for any violations. ∫ There is the risk that - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 401
13. Others ∫ Do not use the camera in areas with magnetic fields, static electricity or interference • Do not use the camera in areas with magnetic fields, static electricity or interference, such as near microwave ovens. These may cause the interruption of the radio waves. • Using the camera near - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 402
States and other countries. • HDAVI Control™ is a trademark of Panasonic Corporation. • Adobe is a trademark or registered trademark of Adobe Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. • App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. • Windows and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or - Panasonic DMC-GX8 | Advanced Operating Manual - Page 403
AllianceR. • DLNA, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance. • This . • Other names of systems and products mentioned in these instructions are usually the registered trademarks or trademarks of the manufacturers who
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Please read these instructions carefully before using this product,
and save this manual for future use.
Owner’s Manual
for advanced features
Digital Camera
Model No.
DMC-GX8
SQW0326
F0715YD0
Message Display
P362
Troubleshooting
P378
Finding the information you need
P2
Contents
P6
Contents by Function
P12
Menu list
P367
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